Author(s):
Anil S. Thakare, Shivraj P. Jadhav, Mayur S. Bhamare, Sharwari K. Sonawane, Sagar P. Deshmukh, Vishal T. Pawar, Sunil K. Mahajan
Email(s):
thakareanil2302@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2231-5713.2026.00024 
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Anil S. Thakare1*, Shivraj P. Jadhav3, Mayur S. Bhamare2, Sharwari K. Sonawane3, Sagar P. Deshmukh1, Vishal T. Pawar1, Sunil K. Mahajan4
1Department of Industrial Pharmacy, SSS’s Divine College Pharmacy, Nampur Road, Satana, Nashik, Maharashtra, India - 423301.
2Department of Quality Assurance, SSS’s Divine College Pharmacy, Nampur Road, Satana, Nashik, Maharashtra, India - 423301.
3Department of Pharmceutics, SSS’s Divine College Pharmacy, Nampur Road, Satana, Nashik, Maharashtra, India - 423301.
4Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, SSS’s Divine College Pharmacy, Nampur Road, Satana, Nashik, Maharashtra, India - 423301.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 16,
Issue - 2,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
Green nanotechnology is an emerging field that combines the principles of sustainability with the advanced potential of nanoscience. In pharmaceutical sciences, this approach offers safer, eco-friendly, and more efficient solutions for drug development and delivery. Instead of relying on toxic chemicals, green nanotechnology uses natural sources like plant extracts, biopolymers, and microorganisms to synthesize nanoparticles. These green nanomaterials are biodegradable, biocompatible, and often enhance the effectiveness of drugs by improving their solubility, stability, and targeted delivery. This review highlights the latest advancements in green synthesis methods, explores various sustainable nanocarriers, and discusses their environmental and therapeutic benefits. It also examines the current challenges, regulatory aspects, and future directions that can make pharmaceutical formulations not only more effective but also environmentally responsible.
Cite this article:
Anil S. Thakare, Shivraj P. Jadhav, Mayur S. Bhamare, Sharwari K. Sonawane, Sagar P. Deshmukh, Vishal T. Pawar, Sunil K. Mahajan. Advances in Green Nanotechnology for Sustainable Pharmaceutical Formulations. Asian Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2026; 16(2):171-6. doi: 10.52711/2231-5713.2026.00024
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Anil S. Thakare, Shivraj P. Jadhav, Mayur S. Bhamare, Sharwari K. Sonawane, Sagar P. Deshmukh, Vishal T. Pawar, Sunil K. Mahajan. Advances in Green Nanotechnology for Sustainable Pharmaceutical Formulations. Asian Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2026; 16(2):171-6. doi: 10.52711/2231-5713.2026.00024 Available on: https://ajptonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-16-2-9
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