{"title":"Smart Ultrasound-responsive Polymers for Drug Delivery: An Overview on Advanced Stimuli-sensitive Materials and Techniques.","authors":"Mostafa Yazdan, Seyed Morteza Naghib","doi":"10.2174/0115672018283792240115053302","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018283792240115053302","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In recent years, a notable advancement has occurred in the domain of drug delivery systems via the integration of intelligent polymers that respond to ultrasound. The implementation of this groundbreaking methodology has significantly revolutionised the controlled and precise delivery of therapeutic interventions. An in-depth investigation is conducted into the most recent developments in ultrasonic stimulus-responsive materials and techniques for the purpose of accomplishing precise medication administration. The investigation begins with an exhaustive synopsis of the foundational principles underlying drug delivery systems that react to ultrasonic stimuli, focusing specifically on the complex interplay between polymers and ultrasound waves. Significant attention is devoted to the development of polymers that demonstrate tailored responsiveness to ultrasound, thereby exemplifying their versatility in generating controlled drug release patterns. Numerous classifications of intelligent polymers are examined in the discussion, including those that react to variations in temperature, pH, and enzymes. When coupled with ultrasonic stimuli, these polymers offer a sophisticated framework for the precise manipulation of drug release in terms of both temporal and spatial dimensions. The present study aims to examine the synergistic effects of responsive polymers and ultrasound in overcoming biological barriers such as the blood-brain barrier and the gastrointestinal tract. By doing so, it seeks to shed light on the potential applications of these materials in intricate clinical scenarios. The issues and future prospects of intelligent ultrasound-responsive polymers in the context of drug delivery are critically analysed in this article. The objective of this study is to offer valuable perspectives on the challenges that must be overcome to enable the effective implementation of these technologies. The primary objective of this comprehensive review is to furnish researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical scientists with a wealth of information that will serve as a guide for forthcoming developments in the development and enhancement of intelligent drug delivery systems that employ ultrasound-responsive polymers to attain superior therapeutic outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139577198","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Fiber Technology in Drug Delivery and Pharmaceuticals.","authors":"Shivang Dhoundiyal, Aditya Sharma, Md Aftab Alam","doi":"10.2174/0115672018279628231221105210","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018279628231221105210","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The field of fiber technology is a dynamic and innovative domain that offers novel solutions for controlled and targeted therapeutic interventions. This abstract provides an overview of key aspects within this field, encompassing a range of techniques, applications, commercial developments, intellectual property, and regulatory considerations. The foundational introduction establishes the significance of fiber-based drug delivery systems. Electrospinning, a pivotal technique, has been explored in this paper, along with its various methods and applications. Monoaxial, coaxial, triaxial, and side-by-side electrospinning techniques each offer distinct advantages and applications. Centrifugal spinning, solution and melt blowing spinning, and pressurized gyration further contribute to the field's diversity. The review also delves into commercial advancements, highlighting marketed products that have successfully harnessed fiber technology. The role of intellectual property is acknowledged, with patents reflecting the innovative strides in fiber-based drug delivery. The regulatory perspective, essential for ensuring safety and efficacy, is discussed in the context of global regulatory agencies' evaluations. This review encapsulates the multidimensional nature of fiber technology in drug delivery and pharmaceuticals, showcasing its potential to revolutionize medical treatments and underscores the importance of continued collaboration between researchers, industry, and regulators for its advancement.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139567374","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Qiuxia Fu, Yangjie Liu, Cao Peng, Tobias Achu Muluh, Umer Anayyat, Liu Liang
{"title":"Recent Advancement in Inhaled Nano-drug Delivery for Pulmonary, Nasal, and Nose-to-brain Diseases.","authors":"Qiuxia Fu, Yangjie Liu, Cao Peng, Tobias Achu Muluh, Umer Anayyat, Liu Liang","doi":"10.2174/0115672018268047231207105652","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018268047231207105652","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Pulmonary, nasal, and nose-to-brain diseases involve clinical approaches, such as bronchodilators, inhaled steroids, oxygen therapy, antibiotics, antihistamines, nasal steroids, decongestants, intranasal drug delivery, neurostimulation, and surgery to treat patients. However, systemic medicines have serious adverse effects, necessitating the development of inhaled formulations that allow precise drug delivery to the airways with minimum systemic drug exposure. Particle size, surface charge, biocompatibility, drug capacity, and mucoadhesive are unique chemical and physical features that must be considered for pulmonary and nasal delivery routes due to anatomical and permeability considerations. The traditional management of numerous chronic diseases has a variety of drawbacks. As a result, targeted medicine delivery systems that employ nanotechnology enhancer drug efficiency and optimize the overall outcome are created. The pulmonary route is one of the most essential targeted drug delivery systems because it allows the administering of drugs locally and systemically to the lungs, nasal cavity, and brain. Furthermore, the lungs' beneficial characteristics, such as their ability to inhibit first-pass metabolism and their thin epithelial layer, help treat several health complications. The potential to serve as noninvasive self-administration delivery sites of the lung and nasal routes is discussed in this script. New methods for treating respiratory and some systemic diseases with inhalation have been explored and highlight particular attention to using specialized nanocarriers for delivering various drugs via the nasal and pulmonary pathways. The design and development of inhaled nanomedicine for pulmonary, nasal, and respiratory medicine applications is a potential approach for clinical translation.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139565509","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent Developments in Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor-based Nanotherapeutics for EGFR-resistant Non-small Cell Lung Cancer.","authors":"Eknath Kole, Krishna Jadhav, Raghuraj Singh, Shilpa Mandpe, Ashwin Abhang, Rahul K Verma, Jitendra Naik","doi":"10.2174/0115672018278617231207051907","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018278617231207051907","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The advent of drug resistance in response to epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR)- tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) targeted therapy represents a serious challenge in the management of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). These acquired resistance mutations, attributed to several advanced EGFR mutations and, necessitated the development of new-generation TKIs. Nanomedicine approaches provide a plausible way to address these problems by providing targeted delivery and sustained release, which have demonstrated success in preclinical trials. This review article provides a summary of nano-formulations designed for EGFR-TKI-resistant NSCLC, highlighting their efficacy in both in vitro and in vivo models. These findings reveal insights into the design of nanoparticles and multifunctional nanosystems, offering a potential avenue for efficacious treatment of EGFR-TKIresistant NSCLC.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139565511","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Comprehensive Review on Polyphenols Based Nanovesicular System for Topical Delivery.","authors":"Anshu Singh, Zeeshan Fatima, Dipti Srivastava","doi":"10.2174/0115672018265118231213094410","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018265118231213094410","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Polyphenols are naturally occurring compounds having more than one hydroxy functional group. They are ubiquitous secondary plant metabolites possessing a wide range of pharmacological activity. Brightly colored fruits and vegetables are the natural source of polyphenols. Majorly, they possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties which make them suitable candidates to target skin related disorders.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study is focused to explore the potential of polyphenols loaded nanovesicles for skin related disorders. The aim of the study is to review the applicability and efficacy of different vesicular systems encapsulated with various classes of polyphenols for skin related disorders, thus opening the opportunity for future studies based on these drug delivery systems.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Web of Science, PubMed, Scopus database, and the search engine Google Scholar were accessed for the literature search. The results were then filtered based on the titles, abstracts, and accessibility of the complete texts.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The expository evaluation of the literature revealed that various nanovesicles like liposomes, niosomes, ethosomes and transferosomes incorporating polyphenol have been formulated to address issues pertaining to delivery across the skin. These developed nano vesicular systems have shown improvement in the physicochemical properties and pharmacological action.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Polyphenol based nano-vesicular formulations have proved to be an effective system for topical delivery and henceforth, they might curtail the use of other skin therapies having limited applicability.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139567373","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Current Trends in Nanotechnology-based Drug Delivery Systems for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Malaria: A Review.","authors":"Rohitas Deshmukh, Bhuvaneshwari Dewangan, Ranjit K Harwansh, Rutvi Agrawal, Akash Garg, Himansu Chopra","doi":"10.2174/0115672018291253240115012327","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018291253240115012327","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Malaria is still a major endemic disease transmitted in humans via Plasmodium-infected mosquitoes. The eradication of malarial parasites and the control measures have been rigorously and extensively deployed by local and international health organizations. Malaria's recurrence is a result of the failure to entirely eradicate it. The drawbacks related to malarial chemotherapy, non-specific targeting, multiple drug resistance, requirement of high doses, intolerable toxicity, indefinable complexity of Plasmodium's life cycle, and advent of drug-resistant strains of P. falciparum are the causes of the ineffective eradication measures. With the emergence of nanotechnology and its application in various industrial domains, the rising interest in the medical field, especially in epidemiology, has skyrocketed. The applications of nanosized carriers have sparked special attention, aiming towards minimizing the overall side effects caused due to drug therapy and avoiding bioavailability. The applications of concepts of nanobiotechnology to both vector control and patient therapy can also be one of the approaches. The current study focuses on the use of hybrid drugs as next-generation antimalarial drugs because they involve fewer drug adverse effects. The paper encompasses the numerous nanosized delivery-based systems that have been found to be effective among higher animal models, especially in treating malarial prophylaxis. This paper delivers a detailed review of diagnostic techniques, various nanotechnology approaches, the application of nanocarriers, and the underlying mechanisms for the management of malaria, thereby providing insights and the direction in which the current trends are imparted from the innovative and technological perspective.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139543892","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Fatemeh Shahidi, M Reza Naimi-Jamal, Azizollah Habibi, Mohammad G Dekamin
{"title":"Controlled Release of Aspirin in the Body using Pectin-coated ZIF-8 Nanoparticles.","authors":"Fatemeh Shahidi, M Reza Naimi-Jamal, Azizollah Habibi, Mohammad G Dekamin","doi":"10.2174/0115672018288328240109064308","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018288328240109064308","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) play a crucial role among metalorganic frameworks due to their highly desirable properties, including high surface area, appropriate pore size, and excellent thermal and chemical stability.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>In this study, ZIF-8 loaded with aspirin and coated using pectin (ZIF-8/Asp@Pectin) was utilized as a suitable and effective platform for the drug delivery system. The preparation of this coated MOF followed environmentally friendly methods, and aspirin was successfully loaded.</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>Characterization of the obtained ZIF-8/Asp@Pectin was performed using X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA), Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, and BET analysis.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The release of aspirin from ZIF-8/Asp@Pectin was studied using UV-Vis spectroscopy at 258 nm under in vitro conditions in HCl and PBS buffer solutions.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139514470","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Long-Quy Hong, Thao N T Ho, Son T Cu, Lien Tuyet Ngan, Tran Ngoc Quyen, Tien T Dang
{"title":"Effective Strategies in Designing Chitosan-hyaluronic Acid Nanocarriers: From Synthesis to Drug Delivery Towards Chemotherapy.","authors":"Long-Quy Hong, Thao N T Ho, Son T Cu, Lien Tuyet Ngan, Tran Ngoc Quyen, Tien T Dang","doi":"10.2174/0115672018275983231207101222","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018275983231207101222","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The biomedical field faces an ongoing challenge in developing more effective anti-cancer medication due to the significant burden that cancer poses on human health. Extensive research has been conducted on the utilization of natural polysaccharides in nanomedicine owing to their properties of biocompatibility, biodegradability, non-immunogenicity, and non-toxicity. These characteristics make them a potent drug delivery system for cancer therapy. The chitosan hyaluronic acid nanoparticle (CSHANp) system, consisting of chitosan and hyaluronic acid nanoparticles, has exhibited considerable potential as a nanocarrier for various cancer drugs, rendering it one of the most auspicious systems presently accessible. The CSHANps demonstrate remarkable drug loading capacity, precise control over drug release, and exceptional selectivity towards cancer cells. These properties enhance the therapeutic effectiveness against cancerous cells. This article aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of CSHANp, focusing on its characteristics, production techniques, applications, and future prospects.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139682290","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Majed M Masadeh, Noor M Bany-Ali, Mai S Khanfar, Karem H Alzoubi, Majd M Massadeh, Enaam M Almomani
{"title":"Synergistic Antibacterial Effect of ZnO Nanoparticles and Antibiotics against Multidrug-Resistant Biofilm Bacteria.","authors":"Majed M Masadeh, Noor M Bany-Ali, Mai S Khanfar, Karem H Alzoubi, Majd M Massadeh, Enaam M Almomani","doi":"10.2174/0115672018279213240110045557","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018279213240110045557","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The misuse of antibiotics leads to a global increase in antibiotic resistance. Therefore, it is imperative to search for alternative compounds to conventional antibiotics. ZnO nanoparticles (Zn NP) are one of these alternatives because they are an effective option to overcome biofilm bacterial cells and a novel way to overcome multidrug resistance in bacteria. The current research study aims to characterize the efficacy of ZnO nanoparticles alone and in combination with other antibacterial drugs against bacterial biofilms.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>ZnO NPs were prepared by co-precipitation method, and their anti-biofilm and antibacterial activities alone or combined with four types of broad-spectrum antibacterial (Norfloxacin, Colistin, Doxycycline, and Ampicillin) were evaluated against E. coli and S. aureus bacterial strains. Finally, the cytotoxicity and the hemolytic activity were evaluated.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>ZnO NPs were prepared, and results showed that their size was around 10 nm with a spherical shape and a zeta potential of -21.9. In addition, ZnO NPs were found to have a strong antibacterial effect against Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms, with a minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 62.5 and 125 μg/mL, respectively. Additionally, they could eradicate biofilmforming microorganisms at a concentration of 125 μg/m. ZnO NPs were found to be non-toxic to erythrocyte cells. Still, some toxicity was observed for Vero cells at effective concentration ranges needed to inhibit bacterial growth and eradicate biofilm-forming organisms. When combined with different antibacterial, ZnO NP demonstrated synergistic and additive effects with colistin, and the MIC and MBEC of the combination decreased significantly to 0.976 μg/mL against planktonic and biofilm strains of MDR Gram-positive bacteria, resulting in significantly reduced toxicity.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The findings of this study encourage the development of alternative therapies with high efficacy and low toxicity. ZnO nanoparticles have demonstrated promising results in overcoming multi-drug resistant bacteria and biofilms, and their combination with colistin has shown a significant reduction in toxicity. Further studies are needed to investigate the potential of ZnO nanoparticles as a viable alternative to conventional antibiotics.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139479370","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ankush Saini, Mohit Sharma, Indu Singh, Rajan Swami
{"title":"From Vision Correction to Drug Delivery: Unraveling the Potential of Therapeutic Contact Lens.","authors":"Ankush Saini, Mohit Sharma, Indu Singh, Rajan Swami","doi":"10.2174/0115672018270396231213074746","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2174/0115672018270396231213074746","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Contact lenses (CLs) have become an essential tool in ocular drug delivery, providing effective treatment options for specific eye conditions. In recent advancements, Therapeutic CLs (TCLs) have emerged as a promising approach for maintaining therapeutic drug concentrations on the eye surface. TCLs offer unique attributes, including prolonged wear and a remarkable ability to enhance the bioavailability of loaded medications by more than 50%, thus gaining widespread usage. They have proven beneficial in pain management, medication administration, corneal healing, and protection. To achieve sustained drug delivery from TCLs, researchers are exploring diverse systems, such as polymeric nanoparticulate systems, lipidic systems, and the incorporation of agents like vitamin E or rate-limiting polymers. However, despite breakthrough successes, certain challenges persist, including ensuring drug stability during processing and manufacturing, controlling release kinetics, and biomaterial interaction, reducing protein adhesion, and addressing drug release during packaging and storage etc. While TCLs have shown overall success in treating corneal and ocular surface disorders, careful consideration of potential issues and contraindications is vital. This review offers an insightful perspective on the critical aspects that need to be addressed regarding TCLs, with a specific emphasis on their advantages and limitations.</p>","PeriodicalId":94287,"journal":{"name":"Current drug delivery","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139428216","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}