Horizon scan of nanomedicinal products

Abstract

Aim: A horizon scan of nanomedicinal product on the market or undergoing clinical investigation by analyzing the current nanomedicinal landscape.

Materials & methods: The horizon scan includes a search of literature, clinical trial registries and the internet.

Results: This horizon scan yielded 175 nanomedicinal products. Most products were intended for cancer treatment, followed by infectious diseases. Polymer conjugates, liposomes and protein nanoparticles were the most used structures for nanomedicinal products.

Conclusions: This paper provides an overview of nanomedicinal products on the market or undergoing clinical investigation, their application areas and specific properties.

Keywords: horizon scan; nanodrugs; nanomedicinal products; nanomedicine; nanotechnology; therapeutics.