What Are Some Examples of Nanotechnology in Drug Development?
Several nanotechnology-based drug formulations have been approved and are currently in use. Examples include:
Doxil: A liposomal formulation of doxorubicin used to treat various cancers, which improves the drug's stability and reduces its cardiotoxicity. Abraxane: A nanoparticle albumin-bound formulation of paclitaxel used for the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, and pancreatic cancer. Onivyde: A liposomal formulation of irinotecan used for the treatment of metastatic pancreatic cancer, offering a controlled release of the active drug.
