Effect of cationic amphiphilic drugs on mRNA lipoplex-induced protein expression. (PubMed, J Liposome Res)
The mRNA lipoplexes were formulated using a modified ethanol injection method and applied to human hepatoma HuH-7 cells, human prostate cancer PC-3 cells, and DC2.4 mouse dendritic cells in the presence of various CADs: ebastine (EBS), loperamide (LPM), carvedilol (CVD), nortriptyline (NRT), desloratadine (DSL), and chloroquine (CQ). However, EBS also diminishes antibody responses triggered by mRNA lipoplexes. Accordingly, caution is warranted when administering lipid-based mRNA vaccines to patients taking CADs, as these drugs may influence vaccine efficacy and safety.