Exploring Synthesis Strategies and Interactions between MOFs and Drugs for Controlled Drug Loading and Release, Characterizing Interactions through Advanced Techniques

ChemMedChem. 2024 Oct 1;19(19):e202400144. doi: 10.1002/cmdc.202400144. Epub 2024 Jul 24.

Abstract

This study explores various aspects of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), focusing on synthesis techniques to adjust pore size and key ligands and metals for crafting carrier MOFs. It investigates MOF-drug interactions, including hydrogen bonding, van der Waals, and electrostatic interactions, along with kinetic studies. The multifaceted applications of MOFs in drug delivery systems are elucidated. The morphology and structure of MOFs are intricately linked to synthesis methodology, impacting attributes like crystallinity, porosity, and surface area. Hydrothermal synthesis yields MOFs with high crystallinity, suitable for catalytic applications, while solvothermal synthesis generates MOFs with increased porosity, ideal for gas and liquid adsorption. Understanding MOF-drug interactions is crucial for optimizing drug delivery, affecting charge capacity, stability, and therapeutic efficacy. Kinetic studies determine drug release rates and uniformity, vital for controlled drug delivery. Overall, comprehending drug-MOF interactions and kinetics is essential for developing effective and controllable drug delivery systems.

Keywords: MOF-Drug interactions; Metal-organic frameworks; advanced characterization techniques; drug carrier systems; kinetics.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Drug Carriers / chemical synthesis
  • Drug Carriers / chemistry
  • Drug Liberation*
  • Humans
  • Kinetics
  • Metal-Organic Frameworks* / chemical synthesis
  • Metal-Organic Frameworks* / chemistry
  • Molecular Structure
  • Particle Size
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations / chemical synthesis
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations / chemistry
  • Porosity
  • Surface Properties

Substances

  • Metal-Organic Frameworks
  • Drug Carriers
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations