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@article{189323,
        author = {Samiksha Tambe and PRATIKSHA GORE},
        title = {“Microencapsulation in Controlled Drug Delivery.”},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {7},
        pages = {5737-5746},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=189323},
        abstract = {Microencapsulation is a sophisticated technique in pharmaceutical technology that involves encasing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) within a protective polymeric shell to form microcapsules. These microcapsules, typically ranging from 50 nm to 2 mm in diameter, are distinct from both nanoparticles and macroparticles, offering unique advantages in drug delivery. The primary goal of microencapsulation in drug delivery is to protect therapeutic agents from degradation, control their release kinetics, improve their bioavailability, minimize systemic toxicity, and ultimately enhance patient compliance and therapeutic outcomes. This comprehensive review will delve into the critical aspects of microencapsulation for controlled drug delivery, encompassing its principles, materials, preparation methods, release mechanisms, applications, recent advancements, and future prospects.},
        keywords = {Microencapsulation, controlled drug release, pharmaceutical application, Sustained release.},
        month = {December},
        }