Liposomes are versatile and highly adaptable for different treatments due to their ability to carry both hydrophilic (water-soluble) and hydrophobic (fat-soluble) drugs.
Made up of natural phospholipids, liposomes are biocompatible and biodegradable, reducing the risk of harmful reactions in the body.
Some liposomes, such as PEGylated liposomes, are capable of avoiding detection by the immune system, allowing them to stay in the bloodstream for longer periods.
Liposomes can exploit the Enhanced Permeability and Retention (EPR) effect, which enables them to accumulate in tumor tissues for passive tumor targeting.
Liposomes provide a protective barrier for unstable drugs, preventing their degradation before they reach the target site.
Liposomes help reduce toxicity by focusing drug delivery to the target site and limiting exposure to non-target areas.