Drug Delivery Nanoparticles Formulation and Characterization

Author(s): Yashwant Pathak, Uday B. Kompella

Series: Nanoparticle Technology for Drug Delivery, Vol. 162

Publisher: Informa Healthcare, Year: 2009

Nanoparticles, products of nanotechnology, are of increasing interest to the pharmaceutical community. They can increase drug solubility, enhance bioavailability, allow tissue targeting, offer decreased side-effects, and improve therapeutic efficacy. Presenting the most pertinent and practical issues in the manufacturing and biological application of nanoparticles, this source presents state-of-the-art scientific contributions by seasoned authorities in the field.