drug delivery technology Articles
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Project - Sublingual Exenatide
Liraglutide and exenatide are both belonging to the class of diabetes products called GLP-1 analogues. The GLP-1 analogues have established themselves in the past years as one of the superior drug classes for treatment of diabetes type II in terms of blood glucose lowering and weight loss. Because of the latter, they are being used more and more also in the treatment of obesity. Until now, both ...
By BioLingus AG
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Gel treatment for erectile dysfunction receives positive results from clinical trial
Futura Medical has announced positive results from a clinical trial looking into MED3000, a topical gel formulation for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). The results, from the confirmatory phase 3 clinical study, FM71, were announced today (August 31). MED3000 is a breakthrough, fast-acting gel produced by Futura Medical’s transdermal DermaSys drug delivery technology. It is ...
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Rationalising fixed dose combinations for tuberculosis and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome therapy
Poorly managed healthcare can be directly attributed to extensive drug regimens. Numerous chronic illnesses and epidemics such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis require elaborate drug regimens for efficacious therapeutic outcomes. Various drug delivery systems have been developed to simplify their regimental drug therapy. However, more effective and innovative drug delivery technologies are required ...
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Applications of Liposomal Drug Delivery System Technology
Liposomes are a novel drug delivery system (DDS). They are bimolecular vesicles that form spontaneously when phospholipids are dispersed in water. Liposomes vary in size, composition and charge and can be used as carriers for a wide range of drug molecules, such as chemotherapeutic agents, antimicrobial and antiviral drugs, antiparasitic drugs, genetic material, vaccines, therapeutic proteins, ...
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Drug-Loaded Liposomes: Tiny Spheres with Big Potential
Imagine tiny bubbles, smaller than a red blood cell, carrying powerful medicines directly to diseased cells. This isn't science fiction, it's the cutting edge of drug delivery with drug-loaded liposomes. What are liposomes? Liposomes are microscopic spheres made from phospholipids, the same fatty molecules that make up cell membranes. These phospholipids naturally arrange themselves in ...
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Microneedle Patch Technologies: Innovations in Drug Delivery
Microneedle patch technologies have revolutionized the field of drug delivery, offering a wide range of advantages over traditional methods. These innovative patches provide a minimally invasive and painless alternative to injections while ensuring precise and controlled drug administration. In this article, we will explore various types of microneedle patch technologies, including ...
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Microneedle Patch Technology: Revolutionizing Drug Delivery
Introduction Advancements in medical technology have led to innovative solutions for various healthcare challenges. One breakthrough is microneedle patch technology, holding immense promise in revolutionizing drug delivery. These patches consist of micron-sized needles that painlessly penetrate the skin's outermost layer, enabling the controlled release of medications or therapeutic agents. In ...
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Liposomes as Drug Delivery Vehicles
Due to the amphiphilic nature of lipids in liposomes, they can serve as candidate vehicles for drug delivery, and liposomes have received more attention than other systems because of their remarkable ability to deliver drugs to their target sites. Advantages of Liposomes as Drug Delivery Vehicles l As drug delivery vehicles, liposomes have low toxicity and immunogenicity, and the high ...
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Four Novel Drug Delivery Systems You Should Know
In the field of medicine, effectively delivering drugs to the target site in the body is crucial for successful treatment. Over the years, several innovative drug delivery systems have been developed to improve drug efficacy and patient outcomes. In this article, we will discuss four novel drug delivery systems that have shown promising results in recent research. These systems include ...
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How to Prepare Drug Microcapsules: A Holistic Approach
Microencapsulation technology has revolutionized drug delivery systems, allowing for the protection and controlled release of therapeutic agents. Microcapsules, tiny spherical structures capable of encapsulating drugs, offer numerous advantages in terms of stability, targeted delivery, and improved patient outcomes. In this article, we will delve into the methods involved in preparing drug ...
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3D Printing Technology for Microneedle Preparation
Microneedles have gained significant attention in recent years for their potential in drug delivery applications. These tiny needles, typically measuring less than 1 mm in length, can painlessly penetrate the skin and deliver drugs in a precise and controlled manner. One of the key challenges in microneedle fabrication is achieving high precision and uniformity in needle design, and this is where ...
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IMCAS Americas 2019 Shined in Sunny Cartagena
The third annual IMCAS Americas, held in Cartagena, Colombia in August, attracted a motivated crowd of more than 900 delegates from 30 countries who came to learn and network with colleagues and key opinion leaders. “The congress faculty featured 110 international experts leading 85 scientific sessions for a total of 88 hours of scientific learning dedicated to the most important topics in ...
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