Targeted conjugates and particles and formulations thereof
Nanoparticles and microparticles, and pharmaceutical formulations thereof, containing conjugates of an active agent such as a therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic agent attached to a targeting moiety, such as a somatostatin receptor binding moiety, via a linker have been designed. Such nanoparticles and microparticles can provide improved temporospatial delivery of the active agent and/or improved biodistribution. Methods of making the conjugates, the particles, and the formulations thereof are provided. Methods of administering the formulations to a subject in need thereof are provided, for example, to treat or prevent cancer or infectious diseases.
1. A conjugate having a structure of
or a salt thereof.
2. A pharmaceutical composition comprising the conjugate of claim 1 or a salt thereof, and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient.