Topical and Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems: Applications and Future Prospects

TDDs offer several advantages over traditional drug delivery methods, such as less invasiveness, sanitation, cost-effectiveness, and better patient compliance. This volume integrates case studies, research, and theories to showcase the diversity and novel approaches of transdermal and topical drug delivery employed by developers and content experts. It provides valuable information and state-of-the-art research on topical and transdermal drug delivery systems, addressing drug delivery basics, strategies to enhance permeation, and formulation and evaluation of diverse dosage forms. The book also discusses the applications of nanoparticles in skin diseases and aging, polymeric micelles, microneedles, emulsion, nanoemulsion, microemulsion, pulmonary drug delivery systems, nanoencapsulated nasal drug delivery systems, skin sensitivity and irritation testing, and regulatory aspects of drug development for dermal products.

Format: Hardback
Length: 332 pages
Publication date: 06 February 2023
Publisher: Apple Academic Press Inc.

Topical and transdermal drug delivery systems (TDDs) offer a range of advantages over traditional drug delivery methods, making them a valuable tool in therapeutics. These systems can be less invasive, more sanitary, more cost-effective, and potentially improve patient compliance. TDDs play a significant role in various drug formulations and approaches, designed by expert formulation scientists. This comprehensive volume integrates a diverse range of case studies, research, and theories to showcase the diversity and innovative approaches of transdermal and topical drug delivery employed by developers and content experts in the field. It provides an abundance of valuable information and cutting-edge research on topical and transdermal drug delivery systems, covering the fundamentals of drug delivery systems, strategies to enhance permeation across membranes, and the formulation and evaluation of diverse dosage forms.

The volume evaluates the pros and cons of conventional drug delivery systems against TDDs and delves into the intricacies of micro- and nano-systems in TDDs. It explores the extraordinary packaging of nano systems, such as vesicular systems, polymeric nanoparticles, nanoemulsions, and dendrimers, and reviews their applications through a transdermal route. The book also examines TDDs and the primary nanoparticles used in skin diseases and lesions, including psoriasis, vitiligo, cancer, aging lesions, and others. Chapters discuss various topical and transdermal delivery methods, such as polymeric micelles, microneedles, emulsion, nanoemulsion, and microemulsion, as well as their applications in pulmonary drug delivery systems, nanoencapsulated nasal drug delivery systems, skin sensitivity and irritation testing for transposing transdermal drug delivery systems, and regulatory aspects of drug development for dermal products.

In conclusion, this volume serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students interested in topical and transdermal drug delivery systems. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field, highlighting the advantages and challenges of TDDs, and exploring the latest research and developments in this area. By integrating a diverse range of perspectives and expertise, the book contributes to the advancement of drug delivery technology and ultimately improves patient outcomes.

Weight: 807g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781774910702