Advanced Drug Delivery Systems: Innovations and Applications in Modern Pharmacy

Authors

  • Venkatalakshmi Ranganathan Department of Pharmaceutics, Crescent School of Pharmacy, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science &Technology, Chennai-600048, India.
  • Fazeela Mahaboob Begum S.M School of Life Sciences, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai-600048, India.
  • Santhosh Venkatesan Department of Pharmaceutics, Crescent School of Pharmacy, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science &Technology, Chennai-600048, India.
  • Mohamed Suhail Rahamathullah Department of Pharmaceutics, Crescent School of Pharmacy, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science &Technology, Chennai-600048, India.
  • Akeela Farsana Barakkathulla Department of Pharmaceutics, Crescent School of Pharmacy, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science &Technology, Chennai-600048, India.
  • Sasikala Chinnappan Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur, 56000, Malaysia.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/prrat/v6/2346

Keywords:

Advanced drug delivery systems, passive targeting, active targeting, stimuli-responsive delivery, nanoparticles, liposomes, enhanced permeability and retention (EPR), effect ligand-receptor interactions

Abstract

Recent advancements in drug delivery systems have revolutionized the field of pharmacy, providing new avenues for targeted and controlled drug release. This chapter explores cutting-edge technologies in drug delivery, emphasizing passive and active targeting mechanisms, as well as stimuli-responsive systems. The chapter explores the design, benefits, and challenges of these advanced drug delivery systems. It discusses how these technologies improve therapeutic efficacy, minimize side effects, and enhance patient compliance. Furthermore, it addresses the current limitations and future directions of research in this field, emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration to overcome obstacles and develop innovative solutions. By providing a comprehensive overview of these advanced systems, this chapter serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners aiming to optimize drug delivery strategies for better clinical outcomes.

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Published

2024-09-12

How to Cite

Venkatalakshmi Ranganathan, Fazeela Mahaboob Begum S.M, Santhosh Venkatesan, Mohamed Suhail Rahamathullah, Akeela Farsana Barakkathulla, & Sasikala Chinnappan. (2024). Advanced Drug Delivery Systems: Innovations and Applications in Modern Pharmacy. Pharmaceutical Research: Recent Advances and Trends Vol. 6, 145–160. https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/prrat/v6/2346

Issue

Pharmaceutical Research: Recent Advances and Trends Vol. 6

Section

Chapters