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Current Nanoscience

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ISSN (Print): 1573-4137
ISSN (Online): 1875-6786

Review Article

Weaving the Future of Topical Medicine: A Journey with Electrospinning Nanofibre Scaffolds

In Press, (this is not the final "Version of Record"). Available online 15 July, 2024
Author(s): Ghanshyam Parmar*, Jay Mukesh Chudasama and Chintan Aundhia
Published on: 15 July, 2024

DOI: 10.2174/0115734137311390240630120055

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Abstract

The pharmaceutical sciences are gradually shielding mankind from a plethora of deadly but as-of-yet-undiscovered ailments. Many diseases, some of which can be fatal, have their initial line of defence on the skin. A significant challenge for scientists is the development of appropriate pharmacological formulations for transdermal drug administration. Low side effect risk reduces first-pass impact, and good patient compliance makes transdermal distribution superior to oral delivery. This is why transdermal medication delivery is so important. Thanks to advancements in pharmaceutical delivery systems, the skin can now absorb medications more effectively. Researchers from different parts of the globe have investigated many different kinds of medications as possible transdermal delivery routes using electrospinning nanofibres. The skin can more easily absorb therapeutic compounds thanks to the nanofibres' ability to concentrate them. It is possible to load hydrophilic and lipophilic medications onto polymeric nanofibres. Another option is the transdermal distribution of biopolymer nanofibres. Over long periods of time, they control the release of medicinal substances. Nanofibres and nanoparticles allow for the controlled release of both hydrophobic and hydrophilic drugs. Transdermal and topical medication delivery using polymeric electrospinning nanofibres laden with nanoparticles and medicines is the subject of this research review. After that, we'll look at some practical instances of engineers using electrospinning fibres to control the release of drugs in reaction to environmental and internal factors. Afterwards, we will quickly go over the latest developments in tissue engineering, hard tissue engineering [which includes repairing musculoskeletal systems, bones, and cartilage], and cancer therapy that uses electrospin nanofiber scaffolds to control the distribution of drugs. Thanks to recent advancements in medicine and pharmaceuticals, nanofibres may soon be able to transport a wide variety of drugs, allowing for more targeted methods of cellular regeneration and topical medication delivery.


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