Precision and advanced nano-phytopharmaceuticals for therapeutic applications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2022
Abstract
Phytopharmaceuticals have been widely used globally since ancient times and acknowledged by healthcare professionals and patients for their superior therapeutic value and fewer side-effects compared to modern medicines. However, phytopharmaceuticals need a scientific and methodical approach to deliver their components and thereby improve patient compliance and treatment adherence. Dose reduction, improved bioavailability, receptor selective binding, and targeted delivery of phytopharmaceuticals can be likely achieved by molding them into specific nano-formulations. In recent decades, nanotechnology-based phytopharmaceuticals have emerged as potential therapeutic candidates for the treatment of various communicable and non-communicable diseases. Nanotechnology combined with phytopharmaceuticals broadens the therapeutic perspective and overcomes problems associated with plant medicine. The current review highlights the therapeutic application of various nano-phytopharmaceuticals in neurological, cardiovascular, pulmonary, and gastro-intestinal disorders. We conclude that nano-phytopharmaceuticals emerge as promising therapeutics for many pathological conditions with good compliance and higher acceptance.
Keywords
Nano-formulations, Phytopharmaceuticals, Herbal medications, Therapeutics, Precision
Divisions
fac_med
Funders
Project CICECO-Aveiro Institute of Materials [Grant No: UIDB/50011/2020 & UIDP/50011/2020],National funds by FCT/MCTES,National Research Foundation of Korea [Grant No: 2020R1G1A1004667]
Publication Title
Nanomaterials
Volume
12
Issue
2
Publisher
MDPI
Publisher Location
ST ALBAN-ANLAGE 66, CH-4052 BASEL, SWITZERLAND