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Sreehari Nair , Dhanashree P. Sanap , Kisan R. Jadhav

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Transferosomes: Advanced nanocarriers for enhanced drug delivery

Year 2025, Volume: 29 Issue: 5, 1978 - 1993, 01.09.2025

Sreehari Nair , Dhanashree P. Sanap , Kisan R. Jadhav

https://doi.org/10.12991/jrespharm.1764928

Abstract

Transferosomes represent a groundbreaking advancement in drug delivery systems, characterized by their unique ability to encapsulate a diverse range of drugs, including hydrophilic, lipophilic, and amphiphilic compounds. These vesicles offer benefits such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, enhanced drug stability, improved absorption, extended duration of action, and reduced toxicity. This review critically examines recent advancements in transferosome technology, focusing on innovative formulation strategies and their therapeutic applications, such as enhanced drug delivery, vaccines, transdermal and ocular applications, among others. By synthesizing insights from current literature, this article aims to provide valuable guidance for researchers, clinicians, and pharmaceutical developers seeking to harness the full potential of transferosome-based therapies for improved medical outcomes.

Keywords

Transferosomes Drug absorption controlled drug release therapeutic efficacy

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Primary Language English
Subjects Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences (Other)
Journal Section Review
Authors

Sreehari Nair

Dhanashree P. Sanap

Kisan R. Jadhav This is me

Submission Date July 3, 2024
Acceptance Date October 22, 2024
Publication Date September 1, 2025
Published in Issue Year 2025 Volume: 29 Issue: 5

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APA Nair, S., Sanap, D. P., & Jadhav, K. R. (2025). Transferosomes: Advanced nanocarriers for enhanced drug delivery. Journal of Research in Pharmacy, 29(5), 1978-1993. https://doi.org/10.12991/jrespharm.1764928
AMA Nair S, Sanap DP, Jadhav KR. Transferosomes: Advanced nanocarriers for enhanced drug delivery. J. Res. Pharm. September 2025;29(5):1978-1993. doi:10.12991/jrespharm.1764928
Chicago Nair, Sreehari, Dhanashree P. Sanap, and Kisan R. Jadhav. “Transferosomes: Advanced Nanocarriers for Enhanced Drug Delivery”. Journal of Research in Pharmacy 29, no. 5 (September 2025): 1978-93. https://doi.org/10.12991/jrespharm.1764928.
EndNote Nair S, Sanap DP, Jadhav KR (September 1, 2025) Transferosomes: Advanced nanocarriers for enhanced drug delivery. Journal of Research in Pharmacy 29 5 1978–1993.
IEEE S. Nair, D. P. Sanap, and K. R. Jadhav, “Transferosomes: Advanced nanocarriers for enhanced drug delivery”, J. Res. Pharm., vol. 29, no. 5, pp. 1978–1993, 2025, doi: 10.12991/jrespharm.1764928.
ISNAD Nair, Sreehari et al. “Transferosomes: Advanced Nanocarriers for Enhanced Drug Delivery”. Journal of Research in Pharmacy 29/5 (September2025), 1978-1993. https://doi.org/10.12991/jrespharm.1764928.
JAMA Nair S, Sanap DP, Jadhav KR. Transferosomes: Advanced nanocarriers for enhanced drug delivery. J. Res. Pharm. 2025;29:1978–1993.
MLA Nair, Sreehari et al. “Transferosomes: Advanced Nanocarriers for Enhanced Drug Delivery”. Journal of Research in Pharmacy, vol. 29, no. 5, 2025, pp. 1978-93, doi:10.12991/jrespharm.1764928.
Vancouver Nair S, Sanap DP, Jadhav KR. Transferosomes: Advanced nanocarriers for enhanced drug delivery. J. Res. Pharm. 2025;29(5):1978-93.