Drug delivery for in vitro fertilization: rationale, current strategies and challenges

Adv Drug Deliv Rev. 2009 Aug 10;61(10):871-82. doi: 10.1016/j.addr.2009.04.019. Epub 2009 May 5.

Abstract

In vitro fertilization has experienced phenomenal progress in the last thirty years and awaits the additional refinement and enhancement of medication delivery systems. Opportunity exists for the novel delivery of gonadotropins, progesterone and other adjuvants. This review highlights the rationale for various medications, present delivery methods and introduces the status of novel ideas and possibilities.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Drug Delivery Systems / methods*
  • Female
  • Fertilization in Vitro / methods*
  • Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone / administration & dosage*
  • Gonadotropins / administration & dosage*
  • Humans
  • Infertility, Female / therapy
  • Luteal Phase / drug effects
  • Ovulation Induction / methods
  • Pregnancy
  • Progesterone / administration & dosage*

Substances

  • Gonadotropins
  • Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone
  • Progesterone