Abstract

NANO-SIZED DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMS FOR HERBAL THERAPEUTICS

Ajay G. Namdeo*, Priyanka S. Nangare and Megha V. Mugade

Abstract

Herbal active constituents are used by the human race since times immemorial for different ailments. But, these phytochemicals suffer limitations, such as stability issues, poor lipid or aqueous solubility and absorption problems. To overcome these problems, novel drug delivery systems are being developed for phytochemicals. Nanotechnology is a multidisciplinary field, used to formulate nano-sized drug delivery systems. Many herbal drugs have been incorporated into these systems for improvement of stability, bioavailability, patient compliance and reduction of toxicity and to minimize frequent dosing. The present review highlights the different forms of nanoparticulate systems and their applications in therapy.

Keywords: Novel drug delivery systems, Nanotechnology, Phytochemicals.