Development of thermosensitive chitosan/glicerophospate injectable in situ gelling solutions for potential application in intraoperative fluorescence imaging and local therapy of hepatocellular carcinoma: a preliminary study.

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Vascular delivery of several classes of therapeutic agents may benefit from carriage by red blood cells (RBC), for example, drugs that require delivery into phagocytic cells and those that must act within the vascular lumen. The fact that several protocols of infusion of RBC-encapsulated drugs a...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Muzykantov VR

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Superparamagnetic iron oxide nanoparticle (SPION)-based carrier systems have many advantages over other nanoparticle-based systems. They are biocompatible, biodegradable, facilely tunable and superparamagnetic and thus controllable by an external magnetic field. These attributes enable their broad biomedic...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Mok H,Zhang M

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A major problem with conventional antitumor therapeutics is nonselective delivery of cytotoxic drugs to normal vital organs and tissues but little delivery to tumor tissues. AREAS COVERED:Here, the authors describe the tumor selective delivery of antitumor drugs by taking advantage of nano-sized drugs and...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Nakamura H,Fang J,Maeda H

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Socrates Intensive Programme offers annual courses focusing on the specific aspects of innovative therapeutics. The 2004 meeting was coordinated by the University of Parma and covered various subjects in the field of advanced drug delivery and pharmaceutical technology, including sessions on biopharmaceutics, phar...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Jiskoot W,Santi P

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The treatment of genetic diseases using therapeutic gene transfer is considered to be a significant development. This development has brought with it certain limitations, and the process of overcoming these barriers has seen a drastic change in gene delivery. Many metal ions such as Mg2+, Mn2+, Ba2+ and, most importan...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Kulkarni VI,Shenoy VS,Dodiya SS,Rajyaguru TH,Murthy RR

更新日期：2006-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:dl-Methylphenidate (MPH) remains the most widely used pharmacological agent in the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The predominantly dopaminergic mechanism of the psychostimulant actions has become more clearly defined. Neuroimaging and genetic studies are revealing the underlying neuropa...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Patrick KS,González MA,Straughn AB,Markowitz JS

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Targeting vaccines to the skin epidermis results in the activation of an immune inductive site that is rich in antigen-presenting cells. The superficial location of the skin makes it accessible to vaccine delivery. However, it is difficult to access the epidermis using needle and syringe delivery, and vaccine antigens...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Dean HJ

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Since decades, cancer is a major public health problem worldwide. The increasing knowledge of molecular and tumor biology has significantly changed the cancer treatment paradigms during the past few years. AREA COVERED:Conventionally, the first-line treatment of solid tumors is their surgical removal foll...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Rahman M,Alharbi KS,Alruwaili NK,Anfinan N,Almalki WH,Padhy I,Sambamoorthy U,Swain S,Beg S

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The advent of therapeutic proteins highlights the need for delivery systems that protect and extend the duration of its action. Ranibizumab-VEGF is one such drug used for treating wet AMD. This paper describes a facile method to sustain bioactive ranibizumab release from PLGA-based particles. METHODS:Two em...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Chua HY,Lui YS,Bhuthalingam R,Agrawal R,Wong T,Preiser PR,Venkatraman S

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Polymeric microspheres have been established as a valuable parenteral drug delivery system for sustained release of therapeutic agents via subcutaneous or intramuscular injection. AREAS COVERED:Biodegradable polymers which are either synthetic or from natural sources are reviewed with respect to recent ad...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Mao S,Guo C,Shi Y,Li LC

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Injectable life-saving drugs should not be exposed to temperatures <4°C/39°F or >30°C/86°F. Frequently, weather conditions exceed these temperature thresholds in many countries. Insulin is to be kept at 4-8°C/~ 39-47°F until use and once opened, is supposed to be stable for up to 31 days at room temperature ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Pfützner A,Pesach G,Nagar R

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Methotrexate (MTX) is a chemotherapeutic and anti-inflammatory drug that may cause systemic adverse effects. This study investigated kinetics and biodistribution of MTX delivered topically by ablative fractional laser (AFXL). METHODS:In vitro passive diffusion of 10 mg/ml MTX (1 w/v%) was measured from 0.25...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Taudorf EH,Lerche CM,Vissing AC,Philipsen PA,Hannibal J,D'Alvise J,Hansen SH,Janfelt C,Paasch U,Anderson RR,Haedersdal M

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this work is to synthesize a novel stable and biodegradable nitric oxide (NO) donor polymer based on a chitosan backbone. This polymer needed to be linked to glutathione (GSH), which was nitrosated in a second step. This polymer has been developed as an NO delivery platform that could be further e...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Shah SU,Martinho N,Socha M,Pinto Reis C,Gibaud S

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Most pathogens colonize and invade the host at mucosal surfaces, such as the lung and the intestine. To combat intestinal pathogens the induction of local adaptive immune responses is required, which is mainly achieved through oral vaccination. However, most vaccines are ineffective when given orally owing...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Devriendt B,De Geest BG,Cox E

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Gastroretentive floating drug delivery systems have emerged as efficient approaches for enhancing the bioavailability and controlled delivery of various therapeutic agents. Significant advancements exploiting chitosan have been made worldwide, in order to investigate these systems according to patient requ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Pahwa R,Saini N,Kumar V,Kohli K

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Utilizing the prodrug approach as a method to overcome various pharmaceutical and pharmacokinetic barriers to drug delivery is significantly accelerating and achieving successes. In contrast to the older traditional prodrugs which suffer from decreased bioavailability and a high profile of side effects, du...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Amly W,Karaman R

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Since the 1950s, ultrasonic nebulizers have played an important role in pulmonary drug delivery. As the process in which aerosol droplets are generated is independent and does not require breath-actuation, ultrasonic nebulizers, in principle, offer the potential for instantaneously fine-tuning t...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Yeo LY,Friend JR,McIntosh MP,Meeusen EN,Morton DA

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The lung comprises an interesting route of administration not only for topical drugs but also for systemically acting drugs. Over the last years, several models have been developed in order to study the efficacy and safety of pulmonary drug delivery. OBJECTIVE:This review describes relevant drug delivery mo...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Fernandes CA,Vanbever R

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Inhalation of microparticulate dosage forms can be effectively used in the treatment of respiratory and systemic diseases. OBJECTIVE:Disease states investigated for treatment by inhalation of microparticles were reviewed along with the drugs' pharmacological, pharmacokinetic and physical chemical properties...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Xie Y,Zeng P,Wiedmann TS

更新日期：2008-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Due to the poor solvent properties of hydrofluoroalkanes, suspension is often the only formulation option for respiratory drug delivery. Research in this area has focussed mainly on two main themes over the past 5 years: new design of stabilisers and particle engineering. Among the most important advances, the introdu...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Rogueda P

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Overexpression of VEGF has been identified to be associated with many pathologic processes such as tumors and retinopathy. Inhibiting uncontrolled growth of VEGF is a promising strategy to treat these diseases. Currently small molecule inhibitors and monoclonal antibodies are the primary treatment. However...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Chen S,Feng J,Ma L,Liu Z,Yuan W

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Topical drug delivery is a challenging area with many advantages such as avoidance of first passage effect, stabilization of blood concentrations and attainment of local therapeutic effect with fewer side effects. Despite all these advantages, topical drug delivery remains limited to few molecules, since s...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Marto J,Ascenso A,Simoes S,Almeida AJ,Ribeiro HM

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Liposomes are well-known as drug carriers, and are now critical components of two of six types of adjuvants present in licensed vaccines. The liposomal vaccine adjuvant field has long been dynamic and innovative, and research in this area is further examined as new commercial products appear in parallel wi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Alving CR,Beck Z,Matyas GR,Rao M

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The use of hydrophilic polymers as a substitute for the Fc-domain in immuno- or non-immuno-based binding proteins is accelerating. Chemical PEGylation has led the way and is still the most advanced and clinically-approved approach. Hydrophilic polymers act by maintaining a flexible conformation and hydroge...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Chen C,Constantinou A,Deonarain M

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Use of pre-filled syringes as both a packaging and delivery system for pharmaceutical drug products is accelerating. Pre-filled syringes must meet the quality and suitability for use requirements for both systems, including compatibility with the drug product. Relevant incompatibilities between pre-filled ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Jenke DR

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Macrophages are involved in the normal defense of the body; however, the varying phenotypes of macrophages and imbalance in their ratio lead to the impairment of immune response initiating the production of inflammation. As the role of macrophages in immunological disorders and their surface receptors modu...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Mukhtar M,Ali H,Ahmed N,Munir R,Talib S,Khan AS,Ambrus R

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:FlexTouch® (FT) is a new prefilled insulin pen with the unique characteristic of no extendable push button at any dose setting and consequently a low activation force. Its technical features along with health care professionals' and patients' preferences in comparison to other traditionally used devices for insulin de...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Pafili K,Papanas N

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Nanomedicine has emerged as a major field of academic research with direct impact on human health. While a first generation of products has been successfully commercialized and has significantly contributed to enhance patient's life, recent advances in material design and the emergence of new therapeutics ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Ragelle H,Danhier F,Préat V,Langer R,Anderson DG

更新日期：2017-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Transportation of the nutrients and other substances from the blood to the brain is selectively controlled by the brain capillary endothelial cells that form a restrictive barrier, so-called blood-brain barrier (BBB). Currently, there is no unimpeachable approach to overcome the BBB obstructiveness because...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Jafari B,Pourseif MM,Barar J,Rafi MA,Omidi Y

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:In any manufacturing process, the success of producing an end product with the desired properties and yield depends on a range of factors that include the equipment, process and formulation variables. It is the interest of manufacturers and researchers to understand each manufacturing process better and as...

journal_title：Expert opinion on drug delivery

authors： Oh CM,Guo Q,Wan Sia Heng P,Chan LW

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00