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Recent advances in the development of transdermal delivery systems for treatment of infertility

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: : In vitro fertilization (IVF) has been utilized since the late 1970s. Since the time of the first successful pregnancy, use of IVF medication has changed over the years in regards to potency, timing, and types of medications given. Most commonly, these medications are given using a hypodermic needle, which causes some discomfort to the patient. Transdermal medications have several benefits, and this route could someday be utilized more frequently in IVF cycles. In this review, the current uses of transdermal medications in IVF are discussed, as well as future potential therapies. Keywords: in vitro fertilization, transdermal, estradiol, testosterone

Source: Research and Reports in Transdermal Drug Delivery

DOI: 10.2147/rrtd.s57026

Authors: Micah Hill, Matthew Connell, Alan DeCherney

Institutions: National Institutes of Health, Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

Language: English

Topic: Advancements in Transdermal Drug Delivery

Subfield: Pharmaceutical Science

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: U.S. Department of Defense, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development