The delivery carriers and applications for Xiaobojian

Abstract Berberine, also known as Xiaobojian (XBJ), is a quaternary ammonium alkaloid isolated from the traditional Chinese medicine Coptis chinensis, and is the main effective ingredient for antibacterial purpose. This work systematically reviewed recent researches on XBJ in the whole range of deli...

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Main Authors: Shiyu Huang, Gangliang Huang
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Language:English
Published: Springer 2025-03-01
Series:Discover Nano
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s11671-025-04239-1
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description Abstract Berberine, also known as Xiaobojian (XBJ), is a quaternary ammonium alkaloid isolated from the traditional Chinese medicine Coptis chinensis, and is the main effective ingredient for antibacterial purpose. This work systematically reviewed recent researches on XBJ in the whole range of delivery technologies. Compared with XBJ monomer administration, other forms of drug administration, such as tablets, pellets, XBJ polymer delivery system, lipid delivery system, superdeformed vesicles nanocrystallization or emulsification of XBJ and some special substances, will increase the absorption of XBJ. XBJ can be administered through various carriers, including oral administration and topical application. The importance of XBJ carrier administration is mainly reflected in wide application prospects, various pharmacological effects, and improving drug efficacy. Graphical Abstract
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spelling doaj-art-bc3a856eeef64472b5bd6a30063dbef42025-08-20T02:10:20ZengSpringerDiscover Nano2731-92292025-03-0120111310.1186/s11671-025-04239-1The delivery carriers and applications for XiaobojianShiyu Huang0Gangliang Huang1Key Laboratory of Carbohydrate Science and Engineering, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Inorganic Functional Materials, Chongqing Normal UniversityKey Laboratory of Carbohydrate Science and Engineering, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Inorganic Functional Materials, Chongqing Normal UniversityAbstract Berberine, also known as Xiaobojian (XBJ), is a quaternary ammonium alkaloid isolated from the traditional Chinese medicine Coptis chinensis, and is the main effective ingredient for antibacterial purpose. This work systematically reviewed recent researches on XBJ in the whole range of delivery technologies. Compared with XBJ monomer administration, other forms of drug administration, such as tablets, pellets, XBJ polymer delivery system, lipid delivery system, superdeformed vesicles nanocrystallization or emulsification of XBJ and some special substances, will increase the absorption of XBJ. XBJ can be administered through various carriers, including oral administration and topical application. The importance of XBJ carrier administration is mainly reflected in wide application prospects, various pharmacological effects, and improving drug efficacy. Graphical Abstracthttps://doi.org/10.1186/s11671-025-04239-1Delivery carriersCharacteristicsApplicationsXBJs
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title The delivery carriers and applications for Xiaobojian
title_full The delivery carriers and applications for Xiaobojian
title_fullStr The delivery carriers and applications for Xiaobojian
title_full_unstemmed The delivery carriers and applications for Xiaobojian
title_short The delivery carriers and applications for Xiaobojian
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Characteristics
Applications
XBJs
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