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342 articles for “Medication delivery”
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Big Data Analytics in Healthcare: Revolutionizing Patient Care with IoT
Abstract: Patient care is undergoing a transformation thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data Analytics, which are enabling more accurate, proactive, and customized medical interventions. This paper explores how the integration of IoT devices with advanced data analytics can transform healthcare delivery. By collecting and analyzing vast amounts of real-time data from wearable devices, remote monitoring systems, and smart medical equipment, healthcare providers can gain valuable insights into …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 Read article
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DESIGN AND EVALUATION OF SANDWICH TABLET FOR SUSTAINED RELEASE DRUG DELIVERY OF DICLOFENAC SODIUM.
Abstract: The objective of this experiment was to create bilayer sandwich pills using the model medication diclofenac. A lengthy duration of action is provided by the combination of an immediate and sustained release layer, which lengthens the effect in the body. Diclofenac sodium has excellent antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. A super disintegrating carboxyl agent, such as methyl cellulose, is used for the quick release layer of a bilayer sandwich tablet …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Malignancies during Pregnancy – A Case Series and a Brief Review of Literature
Abstract: Although occurrence of malignancy in pregnancy is rare, it accounts for a third of all maternal deaths during gestation. The advances in reproductive medicine and deliberate postponement of pregnancy till a later age may show a rise in the incidence of malignancies in pregnancy in future. Lack of standard guidelines is a major hurdle in the management of cancer in pregnancy. Our aim was to do a retrospective analysis of …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Self-Medication Practices in India: a Review Article
Abstract: Self-medication is common in many developing countries. Several factors influence the use of self-medication practices such as educational level, gender, cultural practice, socioeconomic status, and other factors. It is observed form the studies in India that there is a varying prevalence reported by different researchers in different parts of India. Though there is a variance in reported findings among the prevalence these studies findings signal that the self-medication practice among …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 17–20 Read article
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Recent Trends in Ocular Drug Delivery: Challenges and Approaches
Abstract: Drug topically regulation can be accessed most easily in the eye. When given topically as eye drops, medication ocular bioavailability is quite low. Drug entry into specific ocular locations is complicated by the complex anatomy and physiology of the human eye. Research has long been interested in the topical administration of successful treatments. To provide a suitable ocular penetration and extend the duration of drug residence is their challenging task. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 22–38 Read article
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A Conceptual Study of Sutika w.s.r. to Sutika Paricharya
Abstract: In Ayurveda, we emphasized for extra care of pregnant women during pregnancy along with medical treatment and care of Sutika Jwara, Yonibhramsha, Yonikshata etc. after delivery under the category of Sutika Rog or Sutika Vyapada. Sutika Rog mainly occurs because of aggrevation of vata dosha. In Ayurveda, we find various management of Sutika (Puerperal Women) in different classical text, but detailed description is given by Acharya Kashyapa. This study tries …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Blockchain Technology for Strengthening the Indian Generic Medicine Supply Chain and Combating Counterfeit Drugs
Abstract: India is one of the leading distributors of generic medicines globally, but its supply chain faces numerous challenges including substandard medicines, counterfeiting, and inefficient logistics. Blockchain technology offers a promising solution by providing a secure, decentralized, and transparent platform to track and verify the entire drug supply chain from production to delivery. This paper investigates the potential of blockchain to mitigate counterfeit drug circulation, improve trust in Indian generic medicines, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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Microsphere-Based Drug Delivery: A Critical Review of Innovations and Applications
Abstract: Microspheres have emerged as a revolutionary approach in pharmaceutical sciences, offering controlled and targeted drug delivery with improved bioavailability, stability, and patient compliance. These spherical carriers, ranging from nanometers to micrometers in size, can encapsulate both hydrophilic and hydrophobic drugs, enabling sustained and site-specific release. The development of microspheres has been significantly driven by the need to enhance drug efficacy while minimizing systemic side effects. This review provides a comprehensive …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 52–59 Read article
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Comprehensive Review on Pulsatile Drug Delivery System: Hybrid Approaches
Abstract: Pulsatile drug delivery systems (PDDS) represent a groundbreaking approach in pharmaceutical technology, allowing for controlled, targeted, and programmable drug release that aligns with circadian rhythms or caters to time-sensitive therapeutic requirements. Although traditional pulsatile systems have shown considerable clinical promise, their effectiveness is frequently compromised by physiological variations such as gastrointestinal transit times, changes in pH, and enzymatic activity. To tackle these obstacles, hybrid PDDS have been developed by combining …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 18–31 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of PF-127 Stabilized Metformin Encapsulated Chitosan-TPP Nanoparticles
Abstract: Metformin is widely used to manage Type 2 Diabetes, but its effectiveness is limited by low intestinal absorption, high dose requirements, and a short half-life. To tackle these challenges, several nano-drug delivery systems have been designed to optimize the delivery of metformin and enhance its therapeutic efficacy. Nanoparticles (NPs) have emerged as key players in medicine, biology, and pharmacology, gaini considerable attention for their potential applications. Polymeric NPs are among …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 27, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Blockchain Enabled Security Framework: Smart Healthcare
Abstract: To explores the transformative potential of blockchain technology in managing, securing, and ensuring the integrity of Electronic Health Records (EHRs). EHRs, which store vital patient information such as medical histories, diagnoses, prescriptions, and imaging results, are essential for enhancing healthcare delivery. Conventional centralized Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems encounter issues such as susceptibility to single points of failure, security risks, and constraints in maintaining data integrity. By leveraging blockchain’s inherent …
Published in Journal Of Network security · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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NANOBOTS - The Artificial Blood
Abstract: Artificial blood is simulated to biological blood to higher extent where it is expected to be used to imitate and accomplish some very important functions of natural blood. Thus, nanobots can be a good alternative to blood transfusion in case of medical emergency too. They have several advantages like possibility of highly targeted delivery which will ultimately decrease the side effects and the need for invasive steps combinedly NANOBOTS—The artificial …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Nature’s Pharmacy: Plant-Based Antifungal Agents and Their Therapeutic Potential
Abstract: Antifungal resistance has increased dramatically over the last 10 years, causing serious problems for healthcare because of higher morbidity and death. The urgent need for new treatments is highlighted by the scarcity of effective antifungal medications, their toxicity, and the rise of resistant strains. Since many plants have bioactive secondary metabolites with strong antifungal qualities, including alkaloids, flavonoids, terpenoids, phenolics, and saponins, ethnobotanical sources offer a viable path. Plants with …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Uttarabasti in Female Infertility: A Retrospective Analysis of Clinical Outcomes and Safety Profile
Abstract: Background: Uttarabasti (UB) is a specialized Panchakarma procedure involving intrauterine instillation of medicated Sneha, classically indicated in Yonivyapad and Vandhyatwa. It facilitates targeted local drug delivery, bypassing gastrointestinal metabolism and enabling direct therapeutic action at the uterine level. In Ayurvedic understanding, UB achieves Garbhashaya Shuddhi and Apana Vata Anulomana — the two primary pathological corrections considered essential in Vandhyatwa. Infertility affects an estimated 10–15% of couples globally, with a substantial …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Personalized Medicine: the impact of ferrofluids, clinical procedures, strategies, applications,challenges, current trends, and reseach opportunities.
Abstract: Personalized medicine has shown progressive development and evolution in health care systems. It is considered as transformative emerging medicine encorporating advanced technologies including genomics, AI as thinking partner, and nanotechnology in a greater extent. The quest for painless injection, lesstoxicity, rapid cell separation, and gene sequencing make ferrofluid the focus of personalized medicine. Currently, magnetic nanoparicles and ferrofluides are becoming driving force of personalized medicine. However, contronlling and managing nanoscale …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Accelerating Drug Discovery with AI: Transforming the Pharmaceutical Pipeline
Abstract: The revolutionary potential of artificial intelligence (AI) is examined in this essay the pharmaceutical industry, highlighting its application across the drug development lifecycle. Artificial Intelligence, specifically via deep learning models and machine learning (ML) such as GANs, RNNs, and transformers, enhances drug discovery, formulation, toxicity prediction, and clinical trials. It streamlines processes like identification of targets, virtual screening, modelling of structure-activity relationships, and medication repurposing. AI is also employed in …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 77–84 Read article
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Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Hospitals of Nepal: Medical Practitioners' Perspective
Abstract: AbstractA Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is an allied health professional involved in preventing, assessing, and managing communication disorders and swallowing issues. The study's main aim was to evaluate the medical professionals' perspectives regarding the role and responsibilities of SLPs in hospitals in Nepal. The questionnaire developed in Google Forms was distributed among medical practitioners. A total of 167 medical professionals responded to the survey. Only 65.3% (109) were aware of Speech …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Modeling of Valveless Piezoelectric Micropump for Insulin Delivery System
Abstract: In order to cope up with the rising needs of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) in the fields of biological and medical applications, important progress of the micropump as one of the essential fluid handling devices to deliver precise amounts of fluids is considered. The micropump consists of two fluid diffuser/nozzle elements on each side of a chamber volume with an oscillating diaphragm. The vibrating diaphragm produces an oscillating chamber volume, which …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 50–59 Read article
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Role of Medical and Assistive Robotics for Next Generation Healthcare
Abstract: The integration of medical and assistive robotics into healthcare systems is revolutionizing the landscape of patient care and quality of life, heralding the dawn of Next Generation Healthcare. This study explores the multifaceted role of these innovative technologies in reshaping the healthcare paradigm, from diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and daily living assistance. Medical robotics, a rapidly evolving field, has led to the development of precision surgical tools, telemedicine platforms, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Robotics · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Emerging Trends in Drones across Multiple Sectors
Abstract: Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have become increasingly popular for their adaptability, affordability, and advanced functionalities. Originally developed for military purposes, they are now widely utilized across diverse sectors such as agriculture, filmmaking, and search and rescue missions. The impact of drones has been significant in various domains, such as reducing human casualties, providing more accurate information, increasing efficiency and cost reduction, and improving crop yields. Nonetheless, …
Published in International Journal of Mechanical Dynamics and Systems Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 29–35 Read article