Title:Peptide Drugs: Current Status and it's Applications in the Treatment of
Various Diseases
Volume: 16
Issue: 3
Author(s): Chandni Chandarana*, Isha Juwarwala, Shravi Shetty and Anushree Bose
Affiliation:
- Department of Quality Assurance, SSR College of Pharmacy, Sayli Road, Silvassa, U.T of Dadra Nagar and Haveli,
396230, India
Keywords:
Peptide drugs, HIV, cancer, metabolic disorders, osteoporosis, diabetes.
Abstract: Peptides represent a class of natural molecules with diverse physiological functions, including
hormone regulation, neurotransmission, and immune modulation. In recent years, peptide-
based therapeutics have gained significant attention in pharmaceutical research and development
due to their high specificity, efficacy, and relatively low toxicity. This review provides an
overview of the current landscape of peptide drug development, highlighting the challenges faced
in their formulation and delivery and the innovative strategies employed to overcome these hurdles.
The review explores the wide range of applications of peptide drugs in treating various diseases,
including HIV, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, chronic pain, diabetes, and cancer. Examples
of FDA-approved peptide drugs and ongoing clinical trials are presented, showcasing the
continuous advancements in peptide-based therapeutics across different therapeutic areas. This review
underscores the promising potential of peptide drugs as targeted and effective treatments for
a multitude of medical conditions, offering improved therapeutic outcomes and enhanced patient
care.