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Published on: December 9, 2010
Nanoformulation-based Drug Delivery System for Viral Diseases
Manisha Bharti1, Md Aftab Alam1, Gudhanti Siva Nago Koteswara Rao1
1Department of Pharmacy, School of Medical and Allied Sciences, Galgotias University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Abstract:
Viral diseases are one of the major causes of mortality worldwide. The emergence of pandemics because of the COVID virus creates a dire need for an efficient mechanism to combat the disease. Viruses differ from other pathogenic infections; they render the host immune system vulnerable. One of the major challenges for developing antivirals is the resistance developed by the overuse of drugs, which is inevitable as most viral diseases require a large number of doses. Viral infection detection, prevention, and treatment have significantly benefitted from developing several innovative technologies in recent years. Nanotechnology has emerged as one of the most promising technologies because of its capacity to deal with viral infections efficiently and eradicate the lagging of conventional antiviral drugs. This review briefly presents an overview of the application of nanotechnology for viral therapy.
Insights
Nanotechnology offers a promising solution for combating viral diseases, including COVID-19, by overcoming drug resistance and enhancing treatment efficacy. This technology provides an efficient mechanism for viral infection detection, prevention, and therapy.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Nanotechnology
- Drug Development
Background:
- Viral diseases pose a significant global health threat, causing widespread mortality.
- Emerging pandemics like COVID-19 highlight the urgent need for effective antiviral strategies.
- Conventional antiviral drugs face challenges such as drug resistance due to overuse.
Approach:
- This review explores the application of nanotechnology in developing novel antiviral therapies.
- Nanotechnology provides innovative tools for efficient viral infection detection, prevention, and treatment.
- It addresses the limitations of traditional antiviral drugs, offering enhanced efficacy.
Key Points:
- Nanotechnology enables targeted delivery and improved efficacy of antiviral agents.
- Nanomaterials can be engineered for enhanced diagnostic capabilities for rapid viral detection.
- The unique properties of nanomaterials offer new avenues for combating drug-resistant viral strains.
Conclusions:
- Nanotechnology is a highly promising field for developing novel antiviral therapies.
- Its application can significantly improve the efficacy and overcome the limitations of current treatments.
- Further research into nanotechnology-based viral therapy is warranted.
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