Chitosan-based nanocarriers for antimalarials

Dreve, Simina; Kacsó, Irén; Popa, Adriana; Raita, O.; Bende, Attila; Borodi, Gheorghe; Bratu, Ioan

doi:10.1063/1.3681956

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“…These findings suggested that the hydrogels can be used for the delivery of two or more antimalarial drugs [ 35 ]. Dreve et al prepared chitosan-based hydrogels loaded with quinine [ 36 ]. The concentration of quinine in the hydrogelwas 0.08 mmol and quinine formed chelates in the hydrogels, which were temporary [ 36 ].…”

Section: Polymer-based Nanocarriers For Drug Deliverymentioning

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“…Dreve et al prepared chitosan-based hydrogels loaded with quinine [ 36 ]. The concentration of quinine in the hydrogelwas 0.08 mmol and quinine formed chelates in the hydrogels, which were temporary [ 36 ]. Liu et al developed a tough hydrogel that can prolong gastric residence of the drug resulting from the mechanical integrity of the hydrogel, which can withstand the forces which influence gastrointestinal motility.…”

Section: Polymer-based Nanocarriers For Drug Deliverymentioning

confidence: 99%

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Polymeric Nanocarriers for the Delivery of Antimalarials

Mhlwatika

Aderibigbe

2018

Molecules

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Malaria is an infectious disease caused by a protozoan parasite which is transmitted by female Anopheles mosquitoes around tropical and sub-tropical regions. Half of the world’s population is at risk of being infected by malaria. This mainly includes children, pregnant women and people living with chronic diseases. The main factor that has contributed to the spread of this disease is the increase in the number of drug-resistant parasites. To overcome drug resistance, researchers have developed drug delivery systems from biodegradable polymers for the loading of antimalarials. The drug delivery systems were characterized by distinct features such as good biocompatibility, high percentage drug encapsulation, reduced drug toxicity and targeted drug delivery. In this review article, we highlight the various types of drug delivery systems developed from polymeric nanocarriers used for the delivery of antimalarials.

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Section: Polymer-based Nanocarriers For Drug Deliverymentioning

confidence: 99%

Polymeric Nanocarriers for the Delivery of Antimalarials

Mhlwatika

Aderibigbe

2018

Molecules

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“…Its modified analogs have shown many applications biomaterials, cosmetics, agriculture, biochemical separation systems and drug controlled release systems. It has received wide attention due to a wide range of biomedical applications [7][8][9].…”

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