Nanotechnology In Herbal Medicine

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Year : 2026 | Volume : 28 | 01 | Page :
    By

    Hemant S. Patil,

  • Hitendra S. Chaudhari,,

  • Sunil P. Pawar,

  • Akash S. Jain,,

  • Roshan.M. Chaudhari,,

  • Divakar.K. Patil,,

  1. Student (UG),, (UG), P.S.G.V.P. M’S College of Pharmacy, Shahada., Shahada, India
  2. Assistant Professor,, P.S.G.V.P. M’S College of Pharmacy,, Shahada, India
  3. Principal,, P.S.G.V.P. M’S College of Pharmacy,, Shahada, India
  4. Assistant Professor,, P.S.G.V.P. M’S College of Pharmacy,, Shahada, India
  5. Assistant Professor,, P.S.G.V.P. M’S College of Pharmacy,, Shahada, India
  6. Assistant Professor,, P.S.G.V.P. M’S College of Pharmacy,, Shahada, India

Abstract

Herbal medicine has been widely used for centuries as a natural and holistic approach to health care. However, many herbal compounds face challenges such as low solubility, low bioavailability, instability, and the lack of targeted delivery, which affect their efficacy. The integration of nanotechnology into herbal medicine has emerged as a promising strategy to overcome these challenges and enhance the pharmacological potential of plant-derived compounds. Nanocarriers such as liposomes, solid lipid nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles, nanoemulsions, and metallic nanoparticles can encapsulate herbal bioactives, protecting them from degradation and facilitating controlled and sustained release at specific sites of action. These nanoformulations not only improve absorption and stability but also reduce the required dosage and minimize side effects. Additionally, nanotechnology enables the development of novel drug delivery systems that combine the advantages of modern science with the therapeutic richness of traditional medicine. Recent studies have demonstrated significant improvements in the efficacy of herbal formulations for treating cancer, diabetes, inflammation, and infectious diseases through nanotechnological approaches. Despite these advancements, issues related to toxicity, standardization, large-scale production, and regulatory approval remain major challenges. Thus, further research and clinical studies are required to ensure the safety, efficacy, and acceptance of nano-herbal formulations. Overall, nanotechnology represents a revolutionary step forward in modernizing herbal medicine, offering innovative pathways for developing more effective, reliable, and scientifically validated natural therapies.

Keywords: KEYWORDS: Nanotechnology, Herbal medicine, Drug delivery, Bioavailability, Nanoformulation.

How to cite this article:
Hemant S. Patil, Hitendra S. Chaudhari,, Sunil P. Pawar, Akash S. Jain,, Roshan.M. Chaudhari,, Divakar.K. Patil,. Nanotechnology In Herbal Medicine. Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications. 2026; 28(01):-.
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Hemant S. Patil, Hitendra S. Chaudhari,, Sunil P. Pawar, Akash S. Jain,, Roshan.M. Chaudhari,, Divakar.K. Patil,. Nanotechnology In Herbal Medicine. Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications. 2026; 28(01):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/nts/article=2026/view=237706


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Received 15/01/2026
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