What Are Some Examples of Nanotechnology in Pharmaceuticals?
Several nanotechnology-based drugs have been approved and are currently in use. Examples include:
Doxil: A liposomal formulation of the chemotherapy drug doxorubicin. Abraxane: Albumin-bound paclitaxel nanoparticles used for cancer treatment. Onivyde: Liposomal irinotecan used for pancreatic cancer therapy. Feraheme: Iron oxide nanoparticles used as an intravenous iron replacement therapy. Vivitrol: Polymeric nanoparticle formulation of naltrexone for alcohol and opioid dependence.
