Applications of Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery Systems

Nanotechnology offers a revolutionary approach to drug delivery systems, with nanoparticles playing a central role. These particles, typically sized between 1 and 100 nanometers, possess unique properties that enhance medication effectiveness and reduce side effects. This article explores the key ap...

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Main Authors: Humphrey Samuel, Gideon Okibe, Manasseh Ilumunter, Undie David, Esther Omeche, Fatima Mahmud
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Language:English
Published: College of Medicine, Al-Nahrain University 2024-09-01
Series:Baghdad Journal of Biochemistry and Applied Biological Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.bjbabs.org/index.php/bjbabs/article/view/295
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author Humphrey Samuel
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Undie David
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description Nanotechnology offers a revolutionary approach to drug delivery systems, with nanoparticles playing a central role. These particles, typically sized between 1 and 100 nanometers, possess unique properties that enhance medication effectiveness and reduce side effects. This article explores the key applications of nanotechnology in drug delivery. The ability to deliver drugs directly to target sites is a significant advantage. Nanoparticles can be engineered to navigate biological barriers and reach specific cells or tissues, minimizing damage to healthy areas. This targeted approach is particularly valuable in cancer treatment, where it can significantly reduce the cytotoxicity of chemotherapeutic drugs. Nanotechnology improves the solubility and bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs. By encapsulating drugs within nanoparticles, their absorption and therapeutic effect are significantly enhanced.
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spelling doaj-art-fa5bf83896bf45a5b3f18e1e3c086e002025-08-20T03:52:47ZengCollege of Medicine, Al-Nahrain UniversityBaghdad Journal of Biochemistry and Applied Biological Sciences2706-99152024-09-015316218010.47419/bjbabs.v5i3.295Applications of Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery SystemsHumphrey Samuel0https://orcid.org/0009-0001-7480-4234Gideon Okibe1https://orcid.org/0009-0001-0329-197XManasseh Ilumunter2Undie David3https://orcid.org/0009-0003-2405-5815Esther Omeche4Fatima Mahmud5Department of Chemical Sciences, Federal University Wukari Taraba State NigeriaDepartment of Chemical Sciences, Federal University Wukari Taraba State NigeriaDepartment of Biochemistry, Federal University Wukari Taraba State NigeriaDepartment of Chemical Sciences, Federal University Wukari Taraba State NigeriaDepartment of Chemical Sciences, Federal University Wukari Taraba State NigeriaDepartment of Chemistry, Nasarawa State University Keffi NigeriaNanotechnology offers a revolutionary approach to drug delivery systems, with nanoparticles playing a central role. These particles, typically sized between 1 and 100 nanometers, possess unique properties that enhance medication effectiveness and reduce side effects. This article explores the key applications of nanotechnology in drug delivery. The ability to deliver drugs directly to target sites is a significant advantage. Nanoparticles can be engineered to navigate biological barriers and reach specific cells or tissues, minimizing damage to healthy areas. This targeted approach is particularly valuable in cancer treatment, where it can significantly reduce the cytotoxicity of chemotherapeutic drugs. Nanotechnology improves the solubility and bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs. By encapsulating drugs within nanoparticles, their absorption and therapeutic effect are significantly enhanced.https://www.bjbabs.org/index.php/bjbabs/article/view/295nanotechnologydrug deliverynanoparticleshealthcare
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title_full Applications of Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery Systems
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