Nanoparticles : A Review
Advantages and disadvantages of these methods will be presented so as to facilitate selection of an appropriate method according to a particular application.
Abstract
Nanotechnology is commonly used for delivery of small and large drug molecules to the particulate targeted area. Nanoparticles have been used to improve the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of various drug molecules. Several methods have been developed like Solvent evaporation method, Spontaneous emulsification or solvent diffusion method, Double emulsification method, Salting out technique and Polymerization method to make nanoparticles. Advantages and disadvantages of these methods will be presented so as to facilitate selection of an appropriate method according to a particular application. In recent years, the number of patents and products in this nanotechnology field is increasing significantly.