scispace - formally typeset
Open AccessJournal ArticleDOI

Lipid-Based Nanocarriers as Topical Drug Delivery Systems for Intraocular Diseases.

Reads0
Chats0
TLDR
In this article, a review of lipid-based nanocarriers used in topical ophthalmic formulations for intraocular drug delivery is presented, including proteins, peptides and genetic material.
Abstract
Effective drug delivery to intraocular tissues remains a great challenge due to complex anatomical and physiological barriers that selectively limit the entry of drugs into the eye. To overcome these challenges, frequent topical application and regular intravitreal injections are currently used to achieve the desired drug concentrations into the eye. However, the repetitive installation or recurrent injections may result in several side effects. Recent advancements in the field of nanoparticle-based drug delivery have demonstrated promising results for topical ophthalmic nanotherapies in the treatment of intraocular diseases. Studies have revealed that nanocarriers enhance the intraocular half-life and bioavailability of several therapies including proteins, peptides and genetic material. Amongst the array of nanoparticles available nowadays, lipid-based nanosystems have shown an increased efficiency and feasibility in topical formulations, making them an important target for constant and thorough research in both preclinical and clinical practice. In this review, we will cover the promising lipid-based nanocarriers used in topical ophthalmic formulations for intraocular drug delivery.

read more

Citations
More filters
Journal ArticleDOI

Nanotechnology for Topical Drug Delivery to the Anterior Segment of the Eye

TL;DR: In this article, a review of nanoparticles and nanomicelles for topical drug delivery is presented, focusing on the different drug carriers, such as synthetic and natural polymers, as well as inorganic carriers, with special attention to nanoparticles.
Journal ArticleDOI

Development of Lactoferrin-Loaded Liposomes for the Management of Dry Eye Disease and Ocular Inflammation.

TL;DR: In this paper, the authors incorporated lactoferrin into hyaluronic acid-coated liposomes by the lipid film method, followed by high pressure homogenization.
Journal ArticleDOI

Nanocubosomal based in situ gel loaded with natamycin for ocular fungal diseases: development, optimization, in-vitro , and in-vivo assessment.

TL;DR: In this article, the authors developed an ophthalmic in situ gel formulation with NT-loaded cubosomes to enhance ocular permeation, improve antifungal activity, and prolong the retention time within the eye.
Journal ArticleDOI

The dose-dependent effect of a stabilized cannabidiol nanoemulsion on ocular surface inflammation and intraocular pressure.

TL;DR: In this paper , various CBD nanoemulsions (NEs) were designed and evaluated for stability in accelerated conditions, and the optimal formulation was tested on a murine LPS-induced keratitis inflammation model.
Journal ArticleDOI

Nutraceuticals: A Promising Therapeutic Approach in Ophthalmology

TL;DR: In this article , the authors summarized the nutraceuticals which have presented a positive impact in ocular disorders, emphasizing the clinical assays, and specified the characteristics of the different types of NutRaceuticals are specified along with the Nutraceutical concentration used to achieve a therapeutic outcome.
References
More filters
Journal ArticleDOI

Membrane lipids: where they are and how they behave.

TL;DR: How do cells apply anabolic and catabolic enzymes, translocases and transporters, plus the intrinsic physical phase behaviour of lipids and their interactions with membrane proteins, to create the unique compositions and multiple functions of their individual membranes?
Journal ArticleDOI

Diffusion of Univalent Ions Across the Lamellae of Swollen Phospholipids

TL;DR: It is found that as the surface charge of the lipid lamellae is increased, the amount of cation per μmle of lipid increases, and the phospholipid liquid crystalline structures appear to “bind” or “capture” cations.
Journal ArticleDOI

Microemulsion-based media as novel drug delivery systems

TL;DR: The use of microemulsions and closely related microemulsion-based systems as drug delivery vehicles is reviewed, with particular emphasis being placed on recent developments and future directions.
Journal ArticleDOI

Immunological properties of engineered nanomaterials.

TL;DR: Research shows that nanoparticles can stimulate and/or suppress the immune responses, and that their compatibility with the immune system is largely determined by their surface chemistry, and modifying these factors can significantly reduce the immunotoxicity of nanoparticles and make them useful platforms for drug delivery.
Related Papers (5)