ADVANCING DERMATOLOGICAL CARE: THE ROLE OF MICROSPONGES IN PERSONALIZED TOPICAL TREATMENT

Personalized medicine represents a transformative approach in healthcare, particularly in dermatology, where treatments are tailored to individual patient profiles. Microsponges, as advanced drug delivery systems, offer significant advantages in this context by enhancing the efficacy and safety of topical treatments. This review explores the fundamentals of microsponges, their mechanisms of drug loading and release, and their compatibility with various active ingredients. It further examines the concept of personalized medicine, emphasizing its benefits in optimizing dermatological therapies. By detailing strategies for customizing microsponges based on patient characteristics and showcasing relevant clinical applications, this paper highlights the clinical implications of personalized microsponges in managing skin disorders such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Additionally, the review addresses the challenges and barriers to implementing personalized microsponges, including technical, regulatory, and economic considerations. Future perspectives on emerging trends and innovations in microsponges are discussed, underscoring their potential to revolutionize personalized topical therapies. This paper aims to provide insights into the integration of microsponges in personalized medicine, fostering further research and collaboration in the field.