Central nervous system agents in medicinal chemistry

Lipid Nanoparticles That Respond to Stimuli for Targeted Brain Disease Treatment: Current Challenges and Future Prospects

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Abstract

Stimuli-responsive lipidic nanoparticles may offer a promising approach for targeted therapy in brain diseases.

  • These nanoparticles can address challenges associated with conventional drug carriers in the complex brain environment.
  • Endogenous stimuli like pH and exogenous stimuli such as temperature and light can be utilized to enhance treatment effectiveness.
  • Mechanisms of action involve exploiting pathophysiological changes in diseased conditions to protect healthy cells.
  • Key advantages of lipidic nanocarriers include biosafety, biocompatibility, and a high capacity for drug delivery.
  • Ongoing challenges include issues of nanotoxicity, size control, scalability, and effective distribution within the brain.

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