Author(s):
Hamza, Nimisha, Abhishek Singh
Email(s):
nsrivastava3@lko.amity.edu
DOI:
10.52711/0974-360X.2025.00347 
Address:
Hamza, Nimisha*, Abhishek Singh
Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Lucknow, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Sector 125, Noida, 201313, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 18,
Issue - 5,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
This review outlines the potential application of nanoparticles as a remedy of drug solubility and bioavailability problems which are the major drawbacks in traditional drug delivery systems. Nanoparticles have the unique characteristics of size, high surface area, and versatility for modulation of their properties for specific functions which help improve the bioactive compound's pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic factors. Nanoparticles improve bioavailability by increasing the solubility of poorly soluble drugs and you get better therapeutic efficacy and fewer side effects. In addition, their ability to target specific tissue locations in the body allows for reduced systemic toxicity and improved therapeutic effects. Research in nanoparticle-based drug delivery is ongoing; however, it is predicted that they will play one of the most significant roles in the future development of such strategies, and their ability to restructure existing drugs represents a change from a mere evolution to maintaining a revolution of the revolution.
Cite this article:
Hamza, Nimisha, Abhishek Singh. Current Insights on Preparation Methods and Characterisation of Nanoparticles. Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2025;18(5):2433-8. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2025.00347
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Hamza, Nimisha, Abhishek Singh. Current Insights on Preparation Methods and Characterisation of Nanoparticles. Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2025;18(5):2433-8. doi: 10.52711/0974-360X.2025.00347 Available on: https://rjptonline.org/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-18-5-70
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