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There has been the use of herbal phytopharmaceuticals for the treatment of different diseases but has been challenged by poor solubility and permeability. Nanoparticle delivery systems effectively solve these problems by improving the pharmacokinetics of nanoparticles and easily enhancing their targeting abilities. The current review offers the reader a comprehensive report on recent developments in herbal nanocarriers, including organic and inorganic nanoparticles. Some of the important parameters, including size and geometrical arrangement as well as surface properties, affecting the efficacy of such systems are also described here. Furthermore, the review elaborates on the use of herbal nanoparticles for some diseases, such as cancer, inflammation, and neurological disorders, including new trends and future aspects in the field.

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Keywords: Nutraceuticals ; cardiovascular diseases ; patents ; cancer therapy ; proliferative diseases ; diabetes ; anti-osteoporosis ; lung ; Parkinsonism ; Alzheimer’s disease

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