Hydrophobic Drugs

Hydrophobic drugs are medications that do not easily dissolve in water, meaning they tend to repel or avoid watery environments like blood and bodily fluids. Because of this, they often need to be formulated in specific ways to be effectively absorbed into the body, such as using fats or oils as carriers. Their hydrophobic nature can help them pass through cell membranes, which are made of fatty layers, allowing the drug to reach its target more effectively. However, their poor water solubility can also challenge how quickly and efficiently they are delivered.