Optimization of multifunctional chitosan-siRNA nanoparticles for oral delivery applications, targeting TNF-alpha silencing in rats.
RatChemical/toxinSprague-DawleyMaleOral50 micrograms per kg siRNA
Model: Acute hepatic injury driven by systemic TNF-alpha
Orally delivered en-MTC nanoparticles at 50 micrograms per kg siRNA inhibited systemic TNF-alpha production, lowered TNF-alpha mRNA in liver, spleen and lung and protected rats from acute hepatic injury.
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