What Are the Benefits of Targeted Drug Delivery Using Nanotechnology?
Traditional treatments for emphysema often involve systemic administration of drugs, which can lead to side effects and limited efficacy. Nanotechnology allows for targeted drug delivery, where nanocarriers are designed to deliver therapeutic agents directly to the affected lung tissue. This enhances the drug's efficacy while minimizing side effects. For example, liposomes and dendrimers can encapsulate anti-inflammatory drugs or antioxidants and release them specifically at the site of lung damage.
