Author(s):
Subhabrota Majumdar, Banhisikha Kar, Dipannita Naskar
Email(s):
dipannitanaskar26@gmail.com , banhi.cipt2016@gmail.com , majumdarsanku@gmail.com
DOI:
10.52711/2231-5713.2026.00044 
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Subhabrota Majumdar1, Banhisikha Kar1*, Dipannita Naskar2*
1Department of Pharmaceutics, Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and AHS, Banitabla, Uluberia, Howrah - 711316, West Bengal, India.
2Department of Pharmaceutics, Gupta Collage of Technological Sciences, Ashram More, Grand Trunk Road, Asansol 713303, West Bengal, India.
*Corresponding Author
Published In:
Volume - 16,
Issue - 3,
Year - 2026
ABSTRACT:
An inventive and non-invasive method of regulated medication administration is represented by electric tattoos, sometimes referred to as electronic or e-tattoos. Nowadays, the most innovative method of medication administration is tattooing. These very tiny and flexible electrical gadgets are made to blend in perfectly with the skin, giving the impression of temporary tattoos. Electric tattoos provide for exact control over the position, amount, and timing of drugs being released since they are outfitted with sensors, microelectronic components, and drug reservoirs. Targeted treatment with few systemic adverse effects is possible because the drug distribution is frequently initiated or altered by external stimuli like heat, electrical impulses, or microneedle arrays. This technology holds significant promise in the management of chronic diseases, pain relief, transdermal hormone delivery, and in real-time monitoring of physiological parameters. Electric tattoos offer advantages such as improved patient compliance, real-time feedback, wireless communication, and the potential for integration with wearable biosensors. Their ability to adjust drug release dynamically in response to body conditions enhances therapeutic outcomes while reducing risks associated with conventional drug delivery methods. Although still in early stages of clinical development, electric tattoos demonstrate the potential to revolutionize personalized medicine by combining diagnostics and therapeutics in a single wearable system. Ongoing research aims to overcome challenges related to long-term adhesion, biocompatibility, and large-scale manufacturing for widespread clinical use.
Cite this article:
Subhabrota Majumdar, Banhisikha Kar, Dipannita Naskar. Electric Tattoo used as a Drug Delivery System – A Novel Approach. Asian Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2026; 16(3):317-1. doi: 10.52711/2231-5713.2026.00044
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Subhabrota Majumdar, Banhisikha Kar, Dipannita Naskar. Electric Tattoo used as a Drug Delivery System – A Novel Approach. Asian Journal of Pharmacy and Technology. 2026; 16(3):317-1. doi: 10.52711/2231-5713.2026.00044 Available on: https://www.ajptonline.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-16-3-14
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