Advances in modification and delivery of nucleic acid drugs

Aug 29, 2023Zhejiang da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Zhejiang University. Medical sciences

New ways to improve and deliver gene-based drugs

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Abstract

Nucleic acid-based drugs, such as RNA and DNA drugs, often face challenges like poor stability and weak targeting specificity.

  • Chemical modifications of nucleic acid structures may enhance stability and targeting specificity.
  • Nucleic acid drug carriers can facilitate transportation to lesion sites, aiding intracellular escape.
  • Commonly used delivery carriers include virus vectors, lipid nanoparticles, and extracellular vesicles.
  • Individual modifications or delivery carriers alone may not overcome all obstacles in drug delivery.
  • Integrating nucleic acid modifications with delivery systems could improve therapeutic effects but increases technical complexity.
  • Research is focusing on developing practical modifications and carriers that ensure high efficacy and low toxicity.

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