Polymers for Controlled Drug Delivery: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by Peter J. Tarcha, this book tackles the complex challenge of designing macromolecules that deliver therapeutic agents safely and in harmony with living organisms. As a valuable resource for drug delivery researchers, it delves into the intricacies of polymers and polymeric vehicles, exploring their applications in controlled drug delivery.

Exploring Polymeric Vehicles

The book exhaustively covers various classes of polymers and polymeric vehicles, including:

• Particulates: latexes, coacervates, ion-exchange resins, and liposomes
• Non-particulate vehicles: enteric coatings, mediators, and bioadhesives

Key Topics in Controlled Drug Delivery

In addition to polymeric vehicles, the book covers essential topics in controlled drug delivery, including:

• Diffusion: understanding the movement of therapeutic agents
• Biodegradation-controlled delivery: designing systems that work in harmony with the body
• Animal model studies: testing toxicity, metabolism, and elimination
• FDA requirements: navigating clinical studies and regulatory approval

With its comprehensive coverage of polymers and controlled drug delivery, this book is an indispensable reference tool for researchers in the field.

Product Details

Published by CRC Press, this 1st edition hardcover book contains 296 pages of invaluable information. The ISBN-10 is 0849356520, and the ISBN-13 is 978-0849356520.