Methods of Preparation of Nanoparticle Formulations for the Treatment of COPD

Abstract

The incidence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has increased many folds in the last couple of decades. This can be explained by the increased pollution levels and drastic changes in the lifestyle of the people. Taking a note of this, in this review, a conscious attempt was made to understand the physiological changes in the respiratory tract in a COPD patient. Nanoparticulate formulations play an extensive role in the current-day treatment regime of COPD patients. Hence, different methods for developing nanoparticulate formulations for the treatment of COPD are discussed in details.