[Possibility and necessity of constructing new nanoformula systems of traditional Chinese medicine].
The past decade has witnessed the remarkable progress on nanotechnology and nanoherb. With the globally rapid development of nanotechnology, we are considering to construct new nanoformula systems of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) by using porous materials, multilayered core-shell particles or nanoparticles containing various multifunctional parts. With the compatibility of sovereign, minister, assistant and courier in a formula, new nanoformula systems of TCM will have various advantages, such as containing multiple active species, controlled release, targeting function, and labeling and tracing capabilities. Using the latest breakthroughs of nanotechnology for the modern research of TCM will greatly help enhance the ability to investigate the principles of TCM, and to design, screen and utilize new nanoformula systems of TCM.
Ling
Chang-quan
CQ
Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai 200433, China. lingchangquan@hotmail.com
Su
Yong-hua
YH
D004365:Drugs, Chinese Herbal / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000737:chemistry; D008516:Medicine, Chinese Traditional; D036103:Nanotechnology
D004365:Drugs, Chinese Herbal