Continuous Drug Release by Sea Anemone Nematostella vectensis Stinging Microcapsules

Transdermal delivery is an attractive option for drug delivery. Nevertheless, the skin is a tough barrier and only a limited number of drugs can be delivered through it. The most difficult to deliver are hydrophilic drugs. The stinging mechanism of the cnidarians is a sophisticated injection system...

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Main Authors: Yossi Tal, Ari Ayalon, Agnesa Sharaev, Zoya Kazir, Vera Brekhman, Tamar Lotan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-01-01
Series:Marine Drugs
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-3397/12/2/734