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Editorial: Nanomedicine-Based Drug Delivery Systems: Recent Developments and Future Prospects
1Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia.
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
|May 27, 2023
Summary
Nanomedicine carriers like nanoparticles and liposomes have advanced active biomolecule drug delivery. These innovations offer new ways to deliver therapeutic agents effectively.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials Science
Background:
- Nanomedicine has revolutionized drug delivery systems.
- Key carriers include nanoparticles, liposomes, and self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery systems (SNEDDS).
Discussion:
- Significant progress in developing innovative active biomolecule delivery systems.
- Focus on enhancing therapeutic efficacy and patient outcomes.
Key Insights:
- Nanocarriers offer improved drug solubility, stability, and targeted delivery.
- SNEDDS enhance oral bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs.
Outlook:
- Future research will explore novel nanocarrier designs.
- Integration of nanomedicine in personalized medicine approaches.
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