Bionanocomposites as a new platform for drug delivery systems

Sumaira Mumtaz, Saadullah Khattak, Fawad Ur Rehman, Pir Muhammad, Sumaira Hanif

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Abstract

A controlled drug delivery system is highly desired in modern therapeutics. In this regard, nanotechnology plays a crucial role in covering adverse effects associated with chemotherapeutic agents, in terms of higher targeting ability, prolonged circulation half-life, and it exhibits higher biocompatibility features. Bionanocomposites are nanoscale materials composed of biopolymers that enhance nanomedicine efficacy by entrapping higher concentrations of drugs and excellent targeting ability. This chapter highlights various procedures and types of bionanocomposites employed in the drug delivery system and their applications in the biomedical realm.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationNovel Platforms for Drug Delivery Applications
PublisherElsevier
Pages289-315
Number of pages27
ISBN (Electronic)9780323913768
ISBN (Print)9780323913782
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2022

Keywords

  • Bionanocomposites
  • drug delivery
  • nanomaterials
  • synthesis

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