Abstract

A SYSTEMIC REVIEW ON MICRO NEEDLE DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMS

Aradhana Patel*, PriyankaYadav, Jaini K. Patel, Disha Suthar, Jaymina Panthaki, Riya Patel

ABSTRACT

The most widely used methods for transdermal administration of the drugs are hypodermic needles, topical creams, and transdermal patches. The effect of most of the therapeutic agents is limited due to the stratum corneum layer of the skin, which serves as a barrier for the molecules and thus only a few molecules are able to reach the site of action. A new form of delivery system called the microneedles helps to enhance the delivery of the drug through this route and overcoming the various problems associated with the conventional formulations. For instance, drug loading method, stability of drugs, and retention time are subjects of debate. Besides, the application of novel refining fabrication methods, types of materials, and instruments are otherissues that need further attention. Herein, we tried to summarize recentachievements in controllable drug delivery systems (microneedle patches) in vitro and in vivo settings. In addition, we discussed the influence of delivered drugs on the cellular mechanism and immunization molecular signaling pathways through the intradermal delivery route. Understanding the putative efficiency of microneedle patches in human medicine can help us develop and design sophisticated therapeutic modalities.

Keywords: Micro neddle, stability, in vitro, in vivo, patches.