Microneedles in the Clinic: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Studies and Applications

    May 2017 in “ Journal of controlled release ”
    Shubhmita Bhatnagar, Kaushalkumar Dave, Venkata Vamsi Krishna Venuganti
    TLDR Microneedles are being used and tested for various medical and cosmetic treatments.
    The review article "Microneedles in the clinic" discussed significant advancements in microneedle (MN) technology, highlighting their applications in cosmetic, therapeutic, and diagnostic fields, including acne treatment, skin rejuvenation, hair growth, and vaccination. It detailed the design and clinical status of MN devices, noting that several MN-based products had been approved and commercialized. Ongoing clinical trials were investigating the safety and efficacy of these systems. The review emphasized the potential of MNs to combine the benefits of both non-invasive and invasive drug delivery methods, offering improved patient compliance and self-administration feasibility.
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