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Breaking Barriers: Advancing Transdermal Drug Delivery for Bioactive Compounds.
Sakshi Soni1, Sunny Rathee1,2, Umesh K Patil1
1Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dr. Harisingh GourVishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, 470003, India.
Transdermal drug delivery (TDD) offers improved bioavailability and patient compliance. Innovations like microneedles and nanoformulations enhance TDD efficacy, though challenges like skin irritation remain.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Biomaterials Science
- Dermatology
Background:
- Transdermal Drug Delivery (TDD) presents a viable alternative to traditional administration routes.
- It offers benefits such as controlled release, enhanced bioavailability, and improved patient compliance.
- Recent technological advancements have significantly boosted TDD's effectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of Transdermal Drug Delivery systems.
- To explore innovative strategies and technologies for overcoming skin permeability barriers.
- To discuss current trends, challenges, and future prospects in transdermal therapeutics.
Main Methods:
- Review of fundamental principles of TDD.
- Exploration of advanced formulation strategies and carrier systems.
- Analysis of innovative approaches like Microneedles (MN), nanoformulations, and iontophoresis.
- Highlighting advancements in polymeric systems and bioresponsive technologies.
Main Results:
- TDD offers controlled drug release, improved bioavailability, and patient compliance.
- Innovative methods like MN, nanoformulations, and iontophoresis effectively overcome skin barriers.
- Polymeric systems and bioresponsive technologies represent significant advancements in transdermal therapeutics.
Conclusions:
- Despite progress, challenges in drug stability, skin irritation, and permeability need addressing.
- Interdisciplinary research and technological innovation are key to expanding TDD's clinical applications.
- Further development is essential for advancing transdermal therapeutic systems.
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