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Research, Technology, Methods > therapeutics > drug delivery systems > drug carriers
Research, Technology, Methods > technology > application technology > application methods > drug delivery systems > drug carriers
Preferred Term:

drug carriers

Definition:
Forms to which substances are incorporated to improve the delivery and the effectiveness of drugs. Drug carriers are used in drug-delivery systems such as the controlled-release technology to prolong in vivo drug actions, decrease drug metabolism, and reduce drug toxicity.
Concept Schemes:
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Broader Concept:
drug delivery systems
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URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/206854
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