In Between the Light and the Dark: Developments in Photosensitive Pharmaceuticals

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Pharmaceutical TechnologyPharmaceutical Technology-12-02-2004
Volume 28
Issue 11

Researchers are improving photodynamic therapies with new photosensitizers and light sources for deeper tissue penetration, more site-specific treatments, and reduced side effects.

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The Preparation and Evaluation of Albendazole Microspheres for Colonic Delivery
In the Spotlight-December 2004
In Between the Light and the Dark: Developments in Photosensitive Pharmaceuticals
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