What are the Different Types of Drug Delivery Systems?
Common drug delivery systems include:
- Oral Delivery: The most common method, involving the ingestion of tablets, capsules, or liquids. - Injectable Delivery: Includes intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous injections. - Transdermal Delivery: Uses patches to deliver drugs through the skin. - Inhalation Delivery: Utilizes aerosols or inhalers to deliver drugs directly to the lungs. - Targeted Delivery: Employs advanced methods to deliver drugs specifically to diseased cells or tissues, minimizing impact on healthy cells.
