Although ZnO nanoparticles possess novel properties that make them available to a vast range of applications, the questions regarding their safety arise when it comes in contact with the biological systems (such as skin, lungs and tissues). In this study, we evaluated the possible toxicology effects of different dosage of zinc oxide nanoparticles (with quantities of 25, 50 and 100 mg/kg of nano solution) in three treatments for four consecutive weeks on skin and muscle tissues of rats (n= 40; weight: 150-200 g) compared with the control samples and the results were analyzed by one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA).The results showed that the use of zinc oxide did not have much effect on skin and skeletal muscle tissue of rats. Although, we did not find any harm to the skin and musculoskeletal system in the use of different dosage of zinc oxide nanoparticles in this study, but we can not ignore the reports of the sensitivity of cells and tissues to potentially cytotoxic nanoparticles. Therefore, it is suggested that further, wider and stronger research should be paid on the complex mechanism of toxicity of zinc oxide nanoparticles in living systems. پرونده مقاله

Nanosilver and nanocurcumin are popular nonmaterial with increasing public attention, but their synergistic therapeutic potentials in burns have never been considered. The present study aimed to provide a novel formulation from both nanomaterials (Ag – Curcumin NPs) and conduct their preclinical evaluation for burn healing. After evaluation of particle size, loading efficiency, release profile and morphology of manufactured nanoparticles by TEM and DLS techniques , a 14 days skin irritation and corrosion test on Albino rabbits was performed based on OECD 404 guideline . The Ames Mutagenicity test was performed on 4 strains of Salmonella Typhymurium after MIC and MBC adjustments indifferent doses. For clinical efficacy, skin burn model was designed and applied in rats by providing limited standard 3rd degree burns at the back of each rabbit. Manufacture lyophilized spherical nanoparticles in the range of 20- 38 nm, with low zeta potential didn't show any significant size enlargement. The nanogel was also considered as a nonirritant and non-corrosive formulation after short term and long term dermal applications (>72 hrs.) .No mutagenic effects were also identified in all strains in the test samples of Ag - Curcumin NPs (Mutation Index=0.08-0.27). This study clearly showed the safety of Ag – Curcumin NPs nanogel in low concentrations with small dimension (16-32μg/ml). Due to the safety of proposed formulation and increased rate of wound healing by Ag-Curcumin nanogel in comparison to both control groups, this combinational formulation could be considered as a safe and effective candidate for further clinical applications. پرونده مقاله