DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMS FOR THYROID DISEASE TREATMENT: A MINI REVIEW ON CURRENT THERAPIES AND ALTERNATIVE APPROACHES

School of Pharmacy, Queen’s University Belfast; Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universidad de Sevilla; Pharmacy Department, Belfast City Hospital; Department of Pharmaceutical Engineering, Azrieli College of

Thyroid hormones play a crucial role in many metabolic processes in the human body, and their dysregulation can lead to serious health issues. The article reviews the standard treatments for hypothyroidism, such as levothyroxine replacement therapy, and the approaches for hyperthyroidism, including anti-thyroid drugs, radioactive iodine, and thyroidectomy. It also explores alternative drug delivery methods, including oral, intravenous, and rectal routes, and discusses the effectiveness of these methods in managing thyroid disorders.