Current Scope of Nanomedicines An Overview

Abstract

The role of nanotechnology in medicines and more specifically in drug delivery is well explored. Nanomedicine is the medical application ofa broad range of materials and devices on the nanoscale so as to assess, preserve, and restore health and well-being. It takes advantage of nanoscale fonnulations to optimize drug delivery and to facilitate noninvasive imaging. Currently many substances are under investigation for drug de) ivery in cancer therapy and brain targeted delivery. 1n spite of many advantages, toxicological effects of nanoparticulate matters must not be neglected and more investigation is required in this area for potential use of nanoparticals in medicines. Proper set of safety guidelines must be prepared by regulatory agencies for proper use of nanoparitcles in medicines and diagnostics. The paper provide an overview on the some of the currently used systems in drug delivery and diagnostics. In brief nanomedicine in future would play a crucial role in the treatment of human diseases and also in enhancement of normal human physiology.