9780849385421: Drug Delivery Systems

Synopsis

One of the most rapidly growing areas in pharmaceutical technology, the targeting of drugs via drug delivery systems offers the promise of reduced toxicity as well as more efficient and cost-effective treatment of disease. Drug Delivery Systems provides the most complete coverage available of this new and increasingly important field of study.

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Synopsis

Covering a wide variety of drug delivery methods, and including examples of products using these methods, this book describes the function of the different methodologies, and advises on their market potential. In addition to specific examples of pharmaceutical research, it describes the highly-focused companies currently specializing in this field, and the technology-intensive nature of its research and development. The book also provides strategies for dealing effectively with regulatory agencies around the world.

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