Title:A Review: Bilosomes as Nanocarriers
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Author(s): Bhawna Sharma*Iti Chauhan
Affiliation:
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Dr. K.N. MODI Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Modinagar, Ghaziabad, UP, India
Keywords:
Bilosomes, bile salts, in-vitro characterization, stability, cytotoxic effect, lipid composition.
Abstract:
Liposomes and niosomes, two vesicular carriers that are prospective candidates for
drug delivery, have been used in numerous formulations. New research in this area has led to the
development of a ‘niosome-like’ colloidal carrier termed bilosomes. Bilosomes have been
designed as prospective vesicular carriers to deliver targeted drugs via parenteral, transdermal,
and oral routes.
These innovative vesicular systems, based on bile salts, have been discussed in detail in the
current review. The review addresses the composition of bilosomes, their creation and
characterization processes. Previous research on bilosomes has been compiled, along with their
applications and advantages over more traditional nanocarriers such as liposomes and niosomes.
It also emphasizes the utilization of bilosomes and their stability.