Liposome-polymer complex for drug delivery system and vaccine stabilization

Liposomes have been used extensively as micro- and nanocarriers for hydrophobic or hydrophilic molecules. However, conventional liposomes are biodegradable and quickly eliminated, making it difficult to be used for delivery in specific routes, such as the oral and systemic routes. One way to overcom...

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Published in:Heliyon 2022-02, Vol.8 (2), p.e08934, Article e08934
Main Authors: Sriwidodo, Umar, Abd. Kakhar, Wathoni, Nasrul, Zothantluanga, James H., Das, Sanjoy, Luckanagul, Jittima Amie
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Controlled release
Liposome complex
Liposome-polymer complexation
Review
Targeted delivery
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Summary:Liposomes have been used extensively as micro- and nanocarriers for hydrophobic or hydrophilic molecules. However, conventional liposomes are biodegradable and quickly eliminated, making it difficult to be used for delivery in specific routes, such as the oral and systemic routes. One way to overcome this problem is through complexation with polymers, which is referred to as a liposome complex. The use of polymers can increase the stability of liposome with regard to pH, chemicals, enzymes, and the immune system. In some cases, specific polymers can condition the properties of liposomes to be explicitly used in drug delivery, such as targeted delivery and controlled release. These properties are influenced by the type of polymer, crosslinker, interaction, and bond in the complexation process. Therefore, it is crucial to study and review these parameters for the development of more optimal forms and properties of the liposome complex. This article discusses the use of natural and synthetic polymers, ways of interaction between polymers and liposomes (on the surface, incorporation in lamellar chains, and within liposomes), types of bonds, evaluation standards, and their effects on the stability and pharmacokinetic profile of the liposome complex, drugs, and vaccines. This article concludes that both natural and synthetic polymers can be used in modifying the structure and physicochemical properties of liposomes to specify their use in targeted delivery, controlled release, and stabilizing drugs and vaccines. Liposome-polymer complexation; liposome complex; targeted delivery; controlled release.
ISSN:2405-8440
2405-8440
DOI:10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e08934