Targeted drug delivery

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011822",
  "term": "Targeted drug delivery",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A method of administering a therapeutic agent such that it preferentially accumulates in the diseased tissue or cell type, minimizing exposure to healthy tissues. This approach aims to increase drug efficacy and reduce systemic side effects. It often involves conjugating drugs to specific ligands or encapsulating them in nanoparticles that recognize disease markers.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "molecular target"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2013, 85, 1725. 'Glossary of terms used in medicinal chemistry. Part II (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 1752 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-11-23)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/targeted-drug-delivery/"
}