University Institute of Pharma Sciences, Chandigarh University, Gharuan, Mohali, 140413, India.
University Centre for Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Gharuan (140413), India.
Protein Pept Lett. 2024;31(4):261-274. doi: 10.2174/0109298665292042240325052536.
The landscape of cancer therapy has witnessed a paradigm shift with the emergence of innovative delivery systems, and Guanidinium-based Peptide Dendrimers have emerged as a vanguard in this transformative journey. With their unique molecular architecture and intrinsic biocompatibility, these dendrimers offer a promising avenue for the targeted delivery of therapeutic cargo in cancer treatment. This comprehensive review delves into the intricate world of Guanidinium- based Peptide Dendrimers, unraveling their structural intricacies, mechanisms of action, and advancements that have propelled them from laboratory curiosities to potential clinical champions. Exploiting the potent properties of guanidinium, these dendrimers exhibit unparalleled precision in encapsulating and transporting diverse cargo molecules, ranging from conventional chemotherapeutics to cutting-edge nucleic acids. The review navigates the depths of their design principles, investigating their prowess in traversing the complex terrain of cellular barriers for optimal cargo delivery. Moreover, it delves into emerging trends, such as personalized therapeutic approaches, multimodal imaging, and bioinformatics-driven design, highlighting their potential to redefine the future of cancer therapy. Crucially, the review addresses the pivotal concerns of biocompatibility and safety, examining cytotoxicity profiles, immune responses, and in vivo studies. It underscores the importance of aligning scientific marvels with the stringent demands of clinical applications. Through each section, the narrative underscores the promises and possibilities that Guanidinium-based Peptide Dendrimers hold and how they can potentially reshape the landscape of precision cancer therapy.
胍基肽树状聚合物在癌症治疗领域中具有重要的应用价值。胍基是一种带正电荷的有机分子,能够与带负电荷的生物分子(如 DNA 和 RNA)发生强烈的相互作用。胍基肽树状聚合物的支化结构能够增加其与生物分子的相互作用表面积,从而提高其载药能力和生物利用度。
胍基肽树状聚合物还可以通过靶向作用将药物递送到肿瘤部位,提高治疗效果。胍基肽树状聚合物的表面可以修饰上特定的配体,如抗体、多肽或小分子化合物,使其能够特异性地识别和结合肿瘤细胞表面的靶标分子。通过与靶标分子的相互作用,胍基肽树状聚合物能够将药物递送到肿瘤部位,减少药物在正常组织中的分布,从而降低毒副作用。
总之,胍基肽树状聚合物作为一种新型的药物载体,具有载药能力高、生物利用度好、靶向性强、毒副作用低等优点。在癌症治疗领域中具有广阔的应用前景。