Role of Smart Hydrogels in Sustained Drug Release Systems

DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrmp.v12.i5.3

Ananya Das

Independent Researcher

Delhi, India

Abstract

Smart hydrogels have emerged as promising materials in the realm of sustained drug release systems due to their unique ability to respond to environmental stimuli. Their network structure, tunable porosity, and biocompatibility enable controlled drug loading and release, making them ideal candidates for targeted therapies. This manuscript reviews the development and evolution of smart hydrogels up to 2022, outlines the underlying mechanisms driving their responsiveness, and details recent advances in their application for sustained drug delivery. The study integrates a statistical analysis of experimental outcomes, summarizes the methodologies employed in current research, discusses the results, and provides insights into the broader implications, scope, and limitations of smart hydrogel systems in pharmaceutical applications.

Keywords

Smart hydrogels, sustained drug release, stimuli-responsive materials, controlled delivery, biocompatibility, polymer networks

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