Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery

Abstract

Background: Nanotechnology has revolutionized the pharmaceutical industry by offering innovative solutions to long-standing challenges in drug delivery. This field utilizes nanoparticles—materials ranging in size from 1 to 100 nanometers—to improve drug solubility, bioavailability, targeted delivery, and controlled release. By enhancing therapeutic efficacy while minimizing side effects, nanotechnology is paving the way for a new era in medicine.
Aim: By increasing drug solubility, stability, and bioavailability, nanotechnology in drug delivery seeks to maximize therapeutic efficacy by facilitating targeted distribution to sick tissues while reducing adverse effects. It aims to offer controlled or prolonged medication release for reliable therapeutic effects while overcoming biological barriers like the blood-brain barrier. Nanotechnology seeks to enhance precision medicine and improve patient outcomes by lowering systemic toxicity and combining diagnostics and treatment (theragnostic).
Conclusion: Nanotechnology has undeniably transformed drug delivery, addressing challenges in drug solubility, stability, and targeting. Although significant hurdles remain, continued research and innovation in this field are expected to yield breakthroughs that will further improve patient care and outcomes. As technology matures, nanomedicine could become a cornerstone of personalized and precision medicine.