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Sousa A, Phung AN, Škalko-Basnet N, Obuobi S. Smart delivery systems for microbial biofilm therapy: Dissecting design, drug release and toxicological features. J Control Release 2023; 354:394-416. [PMID: 36638844 DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2023.01.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2022] [Revised: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
Abstract
Bacterial biofilms are highly protected surface attached communities of bacteria that typically cause chronic infections. To address their recalcitrance to antibiotics and minimise side effects of current therapies, smart drug carriers are being explored as promising platforms for antimicrobials. Herein, we briefly summarize recent efforts and considerations that have been applied in the design of these smart carriers. We guide readers on a journey on how they can leverage the inherent biofilm microenvironment, external stimuli, or combine both types of stimuli in a predictable manner. The specific carrier features that are responsible for their 'on-demand' properties are detailed and their impact on antibiofilm property are further discussed. Moreover, an analysis on the impact of such features on drug release profiles is provided. Since nanotechnology represents a significant slice of the drug delivery pie, some insights on the potential toxicity are also depicted. We hope that this review inspires researchers to use their knowledge and creativity to design responsive systems that can eradicate biofilm infections.
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- A Sousa
- Drug Transport and Delivery Research Group, Department of Pharmacy, UIT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- Drug Transport and Delivery Research Group, Department of Pharmacy, UIT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- Drug Transport and Delivery Research Group, Department of Pharmacy, UIT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- Drug Transport and Delivery Research Group, Department of Pharmacy, UIT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway.
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Ribeiro IS, Pontes FJG, Carneiro MJM, Sousa NA, Pinto VPT, Ribeiro FOS, Silva DA, Araújo GS, Marinho Filho JDB, Araújo AJ, Paula HCB, Feitosa JPA, de Paula RCM. Poly(ε-caprolactone) grafted cashew gum nanoparticles as an epirubicin delivery system. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 179:314-323. [PMID: 33675833 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.03.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2021] [Revised: 02/28/2021] [Accepted: 03/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Polysaccharide based copolymers have been the focus of several research, particularly for the development of drug delivery systems. This study reports on the preparation of nanoparticles from an amphiphilic copolymer obtained by the poly(ε-caprolactone) graft in the structure of cashew gum, via ring-opening polymerization. The synthesis of copolymers was confirmed by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and nuclear magnetic resonance. The copolymers exhibit self-organization capability in water, with critical association concentration of 42 and 50 μg mL-1. The nanoparticle hydrodynamic diameters (212 and 202 nm) revealed a decreasing trend with increasing poly(ε-caprolactone) graft percentage. Epirubicin was used as an anticancer drug model and incorporated into the nanoparticles. The encapsulation efficiency reached 50% and 5.0% drug load. Nanoparticles showed an epirubicin controlled release profile, with maximum release of 93.0 ± 4.0% in 72 h, as well as excellent biocompatibility, according to hemolysis and cytotoxicity assays.
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- Irisvan S Ribeiro
- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Sobral, Ceará, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, Federal University of Ceará, Sobral, Ceará, Brazil
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- Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology, BIOTEC, Federal University of Delta of Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology, BIOTEC, Federal University of Delta of Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Cell Culture Laboratory of the Delta, LCC Delta, Federal University of Delta of Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Cell Culture Laboratory of the Delta, LCC Delta, Federal University of Delta of Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Research Center on Biodiversity and Biotechnology, BIOTEC, Federal University of Delta of Parnaíba, UFDPar, Parnaíba, PI, Brazil
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil
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- Department of Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza, Brazil.
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Alavi M, Varma RS. Overview of novel strategies for the delivery of anthracyclines to cancer cells by liposomal and polymeric nanoformulations. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 164:2197-2203. [PMID: 32763404 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2020.07.274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/01/2020] [Revised: 07/14/2020] [Accepted: 07/19/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Severe side effects and the rapid emergence of drug resistance in cancer cells are major problems in the chemotherapy utilizing anthracyclines, with a difference between cellular response at nano and micro scale levels. Understanding this situation is more complicated issue to attain efficient targeted formulations with low unexpected toxicity in patients. On nano-scale level, considering properties of nano-bio interaction in all relevant parts of the body may offer clue for suitable formulations. Four main strategies comprising PEGylation, surface charging, targeting, and stimuli responsiveness can be deployed to improve the liposomal and polymeric nanoformulations that can efficiently deliver common anthracyclines namely daunorubicin (DAU), doxorubicin (DOX), idarubicin (IDA), and epirubicin (EPI). Herein, the advances and challenges pertaining to the formulations of these anticancer drugs via liposomal and polymeric nanoformulations, are discussed.
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- Mehran Alavi
- Nanobiotechnology Laboratory, Biology Department, Faculty of Science, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran.
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- Regional Centre of Advanced Technologies and Materials, Palacky University, Šlechtitelů 27, 783 71 Olomouc, Czech Republic.
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Qin X, Li Y. Strategies To Design and Synthesize Polymer‐Based Stimuli‐Responsive Drug‐Delivery Nanosystems. Chembiochem 2020; 21:1236-1253. [DOI: 10.1002/cbic.201900550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2019] [Revised: 12/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- Xing Qin
- Laboratory of Low-Dimensional Materials ChemistryKey Laboratory for Ultrafine Materials of the Ministry of EducationSchool of Materials Science and EngineeringEast China University of Science and Technology Shanghai 200237 P.R.China
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- Laboratory of Low-Dimensional Materials ChemistryKey Laboratory for Ultrafine Materials of the Ministry of EducationSchool of Materials Science and EngineeringEast China University of Science and Technology Shanghai 200237 P.R.China
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Deirram N, Zhang C, Kermaniyan SS, Johnston APR, Such GK. pH‐Responsive Polymer Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery. Macromol Rapid Commun 2019; 40:e1800917. [DOI: 10.1002/marc.201800917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 183] [Impact Index Per Article: 36.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2018] [Revised: 01/31/2019] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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- Nayeleh Deirram
- School of Chemistry The University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
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- School of Chemistry The University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
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- School of Chemistry The University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
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- Monash Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences Monash University Parkville Victoria 3052 Australia
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- School of Chemistry The University of Melbourne Parkville Victoria 3010 Australia
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Alsuraifi A, Curtis A, Lamprou DA, Hoskins C. Stimuli Responsive Polymeric Systems for Cancer Therapy. Pharmaceutics 2018; 10:E136. [PMID: 30131473 PMCID: PMC6161138 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics10030136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2018] [Revised: 08/08/2018] [Accepted: 08/20/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Nanoscale polymers systems have dominated the revolution of drug delivery advancement. Their potential in the fight against cancer is unrivalled with other technologies. Their functionality increase, targeting ability and stimuli responsive nature have led to a major boom in research focus. This review article concentrates on the use of these smart polymers in cancer therapy. Nanotechnologies have shown potential as drug carriers leading to increased drug efficacy and penetration. Multifunctional smart carriers which can release their payload upon an external or internal trigger such as pH or temperature are proving to be major frontrunners in the development of effective strategies to overcome this disease with minimal patient side effects.
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- Ali Alsuraifi
- Institute of Science and Technology in Medicine, Keele University, Keele ST5 5BG, UK.
- College of Dentistry, University of Basrah, Basrah 61004, Iraq.
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- Institute of Science and Technology in Medicine, Keele University, Keele ST5 5BG, UK.
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- Institute of Science and Technology in Medicine, Keele University, Keele ST5 5BG, UK.
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