MICROSPONGES DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM

Microsponges are novel drug delivery systems made up of cross-linked spongy, polymeric, porous, spherical microspheres particles which vary in size from 5-300 μm. This delivery system as the advantage of producing controlled release formulations of poorly soluble drugs. It increases drug stability, reduces side effects and modifies drug release profiles making it a versatile drug delivery vehicle. These active micro sponges can entrap a wide variety of substances and be incorporated into formulations, such as capsules, gels, liquids, creams and powders and share a broad package of benefits. This article presents a broad review of Micro sponges delivery system (MDS), discussing its characteristics, benefits, different preparation methods (Liquid-Liquid Suspension Polymerization, Quasi-Emulsion Solvent Diffusion) and release mechanisms. It also covers different characterization parameters like particle size, size distribution, morphology, surface topography, loading efficiency, production yield, compatibility studies, true density, in-vitro release studies and MDS systems applications in oral, topical cosmetics bone and...

A SYSTEMIC REVIEW ON BIOMEDICAL APPLICATIONS AND SYNTHESIS OF METALLIC NANOPARTICLES

THE FUTURE OF NON-INVASIVE WAYS TO TREAT CANCER

The non-invasive technique in which a variety of nanoparticles are used to deliver the chemotherapy drug to the location of metastatic cancer has fewer side effects, high bio-availability, and high bio-stability of a drug. The anti-proliferative activity of EGCG is very efficient against a variety of cancer, but the problem is that it can’t withstand the environment of an intestine. One of the nano-system is Spanlastic (type of niosome system) which can carry both lipophilic and hydrophilic drugs. Spanlastic is capable of holding a large amount of drugs; also, the penetration potential of spanlastic is very efficient due to the addition of cholesterol and ethanol in it. Non-ionic surfactant made up of Span-60 (mono-stearate), and the edge activator made of Tween-80 increases the flexibility and deformability of the system. Ethanol injection will be used to prepare the EGCG loaded spanlastic system. After preparing, the Z-average diameter, polydispersity index, and spanlastic will be determined by dynamic light scattering (DLS) and, with the help TEM imaging, will check the shape and...

A REVIEW ON EVIDENCE-BASED CLINICAL RESEARCH IN TRADITIONAL MEDICINE FOR COMBAT COVID-19

Covid-19, caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a life-threatening disease that has been declared a global pandemic. Even with the intervention of numerous medical systems to combat Covid-19, an effective remedy is not yet in sight rather than supportive therapies accompanied with anti-viral drugs and vaccines. The usage of these medicines has caused for unexpected side effects, and at present, various mutant forms of this virus have been identified from different countries. Hence, the necessity of an effective treatment regimen is highly expected. The attention direct towards Traditional Medicine (TM) is increasing day by day as it is well known for immune modulation. Therefore, this review was conducted with the aim of systematically reviewing the relevant literature of TM based on clinical studies conducted on Covid-19 patients and provides a summary on the evidence-based potential use of TM in the treatment of Covid-19. This review was conducted by using the databases; Science direct and PubMed for studies published from 1st of December 2019 to...