Analytical tools and evaluation strategies for nanostructured lipid carrier-based topical delivery systems

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2020

Authors

Mahant, S (Author) Other; Rao, R (Author) Other; Souto, EB (Author) Other; Nanda, S (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Expert Opinion on Drug Delivery

Vol. 17

Pages: 963-992

ISSN: 1742-5247

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

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Scientific classification

CORDIS: Health sciences

Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00S-FXQ

DOI: 10.1080/17425247.2020.1772750

Abstract (EN): Introduction The inception of nanostructured lipid carriers (NLCs) proved to be a revolutionary step toward the treatment of dermatological disorders. To uncover its true potential, it is imperative that the system be characterized and evaluated comprehensively. Areas covered The present review has been written to furnish an in-depth account of analytical tools and evaluation procedures under one roof. Besides discussing the challenges of topical delivery and benefits of NLCs, the paper elaborates on their physicochemical characterization. Further,in vitroevaluation of NLCs for dermatological benefits, followed by their evaluation in a hydrogel/cream base is covered. Lastly, disease-specific evaluation of NLC-based formulations is presented. Expert opinion The research endeavors for NLCs have largely focused on the fabrication of NLCs for different bioactives. However, scientific efforts should be aimed toward the lesser explored realm of NLCs, i.e. exploitation of analytical techniques, such as Parelectric spectroscopy, Electron Spin Resonance, and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectroscopy. NLCs have been proven for their potential to foster the therapeutic modalities applicable to cutaneous disorders. More attention needs to be devoted to their evaluation for disease-specific parameters. The futuristic steps must involve clinical studies, to lay the path for their commercialization.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 30