Advancements in rheumatoid arthritis therapy: a journey from conventional therapy to precision medicine via nanoparticles targeting immune cells
Anwesha Laha,
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Simran Nasra,
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Dhiraj Bhatia
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et al.
Nanoscale,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(32), P. 14975 - 14993
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
Rheumatoid
arthritis
(RA)
is
a
progressive
autoimmune
disease
that
mainly
affects
the
inner
lining
of
synovial
joints
and
leads
to
chronic
inflammation.
While
RA
not
known
as
lethal,
recent
research
indicates
it
may
be
silent
killer
because
its
strong
association
with
an
increased
risk
lung
heart
diseases.
Patients
develop
these
systemic
consequences
due
regular
uptake
heavy
drugs
such
disease-modifying
antirheumatic
medications
(DMARDs),
glucocorticoids
(GCs),
nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory
medicines
(NSAIDs),
Language: Английский
Enhanced Metabolic Syndrome Management Through Cannabidiol‐Loaded PLGA Nanoparticles: Development and In Vitro Evaluation
Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
113(5)
Published: April 25, 2025
ABSTRACT
Cannabidiol
(CBD)
holds
promise
for
managing
metabolic
diseases,
yet
enhancing
its
oral
bioavailability
and
efficacy
remains
challenging.
To
address
this,
we
developed
polymeric
nanoparticles
(NPs),
using
poly(lactic‐co‐glycolic
acid)
(PLGA),
encapsulating
CBD
nanoprecipitation,
aiming
to
create
an
effective
CBD‐nanoformulation
disorder
treatment.
These
NPs
(135–265
nm)
demonstrated
high
encapsulation
efficiency
(EE%
≈
100%)
sustained
release
kinetics.
Their
therapeutic
potential
was
evaluated
in
vitro
syndrome
model
employing
sodium
palmitate‐induced
HepG2
cells.
Key
assessment
parameters
included
cell
viability
(MTT
assay),
glucose
uptake,
lipid
accumulation
(Oil
Red
O
staining),
triglycerides,
cholesterol,
HDL‐c
levels,
gene
expression
of
regulators.
Results
showed
IC50
9.85
μg/mL
free
11.26
CBD‐loaded
NPs.
significantly
enhanced
reduced
content,
lowered
triglycerides
total
increased
levels
compared
CBD.
Gene
analysis
indicated
gluconeogenesis
via
downregulation
PPARγ,
FOXO‐1,
PEPCK,
G6Pase
fatty
acid
oxidation
through
CPT‐1
upregulation.
findings
suggest
that
may
serve
as
a
novel
strategy
the
management
disorders,
warranting
further
vivo
studies.
Language: Английский
Cannabidiol-Loaded Lipid Nanoparticles Incorporated in Polyvinyl Alcohol and Sodium Alginate Hydrogel Scaffold for Enhancing Cell Migration and Accelerating Wound Healing
Gels,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
10(12), P. 843 - 843
Published: Dec. 20, 2024
Chronic
wounds
represent
a
persistent
clinical
challenge
due
to
prolonged
inflammation
and
impaired
tissue
repair
mechanisms.
Cannabidiol
(CBD),
recognized
for
its
anti-inflammatory
pro-healing
properties,
shows
therapeutic
promise
in
wound
care.
However,
delivery
via
lipid
nanoparticles
(LNPs)
remains
challenging
CBD’s
inherent
instability
low
bioavailability.
This
study
developed
characterized
novel
hydrogel
scaffold
composed
of
CBD-loaded
LNPs
(CBD/LNPs)
integrated
into
polyvinyl
alcohol
(PVA)
sodium
alginate
(SA)
matrix,
designed
enhance
mitigate
inflammation.
The
characteristics
the
were
observed
including
degree
swelling
LNPs’
release
profiles.
Furthermore,
results,
CBD/LNPs
displayed
enhanced
stability
reduced
cytotoxicity
compared
unencapsulated
CBD.
In
vitro
assays
demonstrated
that
significantly
promoted
fibroblast
migration
gap-closure
models
intracellular
reactive
oxygen
species,
supporting
their
potential
as
biocompatible
efficacious
agent
cellular
oxidative
stress
attenuation.
vivo
experiments
using
adult
male
Wistar
rats
with
aseptic
cutaneous
revealed
treatment
CBD/LNP-PVA/SA
accelerated
closure
relative
blank
controls,
demonstrating
substantial
reduction
area
over
time.
Histological
analysis
confirms
notable
improvements
skin
morphology
treated
evidence
epithelialization,
collagen
deposition,
increased
dermal
thickness
vascularization.
Additionally,
histology
showed
more
organized
epidermal
layer
inflammatory
cell
infiltration
scaffold-treated
wounds,
corresponding
35%
increase
rate
by
day
28
post-treatment.
These
findings
suggest
scaffolds
facilitate
resolution
structural
healing
through
localized,
sustained
CBD
delivery.
dual
wound-healing
effects
position
promising
approach
chronic
management.
Future
investigations
are
warranted
elucidate
mechanistic
pathways
which
modulates
architecture
explore
translational
applications
Language: Английский
Chondroitin Sulfate for Cartilage Regeneration, Administered Topically Using a Nanostructured Formulation
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(18), P. 10023 - 10023
Published: Sept. 18, 2024
In
the
pharmaceutical
sector,
solid
lipid
nanoparticles
(SLN)
are
vital
for
drug
delivery
incorporating
a
core.
Chondroitin
sulfate
(CHON)
is
crucial
cartilage
health.
It
often
used
in
osteoarthritis
(OA)
treatment.
Due
to
conflicting
results
from
clinical
trials
on
CHON’s
efficacy
OA
treatment,
there
has
been
shift
toward
exploring
effective
topical
systems
utilizing
nanotechnology.
This
study
aimed
optimize
nanoparticle
formulation
aiming
enhance
CHON
permeation
therapy.
A
3
×
2
Design
of
these
experiments
determined
ideal
parameters:
concentration
0.4
mg/mL,
operating
at
20,000
rpm
speed,
and
processing
10
min
SLN
production.
Transmission
electron
microscopy
analysis
confirmed
nanoparticles’
spherical
morphology,
ensuring
uniformity
efficient
delivery.
Cell
viability
assessments
showed
no
significant
cytotoxicity
within
tested
parameters,
indicating
safe
profile
potential
application.
The
cell
internalization
assay
indicates
successful
1.5
h
24
post-treatment.
Biopharmaceutical
studies
supported
SLNs,
them
be
carriers
through
skin,
showcasing
improved
skin
retention
compared
conventional
methods.
summary,
this
successfully
optimized
transport
pig
ear
with
cellular
toxicity,
highlighting
SLNs’
as
promising
treatment
advance
nanotechnology-based
therapeutic
strategies
formulations.
Language: Английский
Edge advances in nanodrug therapies for osteoarthritis treatment
Jinfeng Liao,
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Qinxuan Gu,
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Zheng Liu
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et al.
Frontiers in Pharmacology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Oct. 30, 2024
As
global
population
and
lifestyles
change,
osteoarthritis
(OA)
is
becoming
a
major
healthcare
challenge
world.
OA,
chronic
condition
characterized
by
inflammatory
degeneration,
often
present
with
joint
pain
can
lead
to
irreversible
disability.
While
there
currently
no
cure
for
it
commonly
managed
using
nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory
drugs
(NSAIDs),
glucocorticoids,
glucosamine.
Although
these
treatments
alleviate
symptoms,
difficult
effectively
deliver
sustain
therapeutic
agents
within
joints.
The
emergence
of
nanotechnology,
particularly
in
form
smart
nanomedicine,
has
introduced
innovative
approaches
OA
treatment.
Nanotherapeutic
strategies
offer
promising
advantages,
including
more
precise
targeting
affected
areas,
prolonged
effects,
enhanced
bioavailability,
reduced
systemic
toxicity
compared
traditional
treatments.
nanoparticles
show
potential
as
viable
delivery
system
therapies
based
on
encouraging
lab-based
clinical
trials
results,
remails
considerable
gap
between
current
research
application.
This
review
highlights
recent
advances
nanotherapy
explore
future
pathways
refine
optimize
strategies.
Language: Английский