Recent advances in antiviral drug delivery strategies

Viral infectious diseases have long posed significant challenges to public health, leading to substantial morbidity and mortality worldwide. Recent outbreaks, including those caused by coronaviruses, have highlighted the urgent need for more effective antiviral treatments. Existing therapies, while numerous, face limitations such as drug resistance, toxicity, poor bioavailability, and non-specific targeting, which hinder their effectiveness against new and emerging viruses. This review focuses on the latest advances in nanoplatform technologies designed to enhance drug solubility, provide sustained or targeted delivery, and improve the efficacy of antiviral therapies. Additionally, we explore how these technologies can be integrated with novel strategies like genetic modulation to combat viral infections more effectively. The review also discusses the potential of these innovations in addressing the challenges posed by current antiviral therapies and their implications for future clinical applications.