Nanoformulations of Anti-cancer Agents: Present Status & Future Directions

Abstract

Abstract:Nanoformulations are a novel method of administration of the drug, approved by the USFDA. These formulations are able to deliver the drug molecules to the target site more effective-ly and efficiently. So, this technology has found a vital role in cancer therapy. The nanoformula-tions can be of many types: Liposomes, Micelles, Nano-emulsions, Dendrimers, etc. Many studies have been done on nanoformulations and it is revealed that a number of natural products like cur-cumin, thymoquinone and papaverine, which contain anti-cancer activity, are more effective in nanoformulation form. This review discusses the nanoformulations, their applications, uses and ad-vantages in cancer therapy along with the anti-cancer drugs that are administered as nanoformula-tions.