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Teymouri H, Mohammadimehr M, Ahanjan M, Sheidaei S, Saeedi M, Mellati A. Effect of collagen hydrogel containing Lavandula officinalis essential oil nanoemulsion in wound healing of infectious burn. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF MICROBIOLOGY 2024; 16:376-388. [PMID: 39005607 PMCID: PMC11245348 DOI: 10.18502/ijm.v16i3.15795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/16/2024]
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Background and Objectives The main cause of mortality in burn patients is infection from burns. Drug-resistant bacteria are the main causes of wound infection, so alternative antibiotic therapies hold significant importance. The objective of this study was to examine the impact of a collagen hydrogel that contains a nanoemulsion of Lavandula essential oil on the healing process of infected burn wounds. Materials and Methods In this experimental study, 20 rats were randomly divided after applying burns with a 10 mm diameter hot plate and infecting the wounds with multidrug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa into four groups, including a positive control, a negative control, the first experiment (collagen hydrogel), and the second experiment (collagen hydrogel containing Lavandula essential oil nanoemulsion). On the 4th, 11th, and 18th days, tissue samples were taken for pathology studies. The important parameters in burn wound healing with hematoxylin and eosin and Masson's trichrome staining methods were investigated and scored according to Abramov's method. Results Based on the pathology findings, experimental groups 1 and 2 compared to the negative and positive control groups were effective in rat infection wound healing. The hydrogel scaffold in the experimental groups increased fibroblasts and angiogenesis compared to the control groups. Epithelization was noticed only in the hydrogel group containing nanoemulsion. Conclusion The study findings suggest that the use of collagen hydrogel with Lavandula essential oil nanoemulsion has potential as a wound dressing. This is because it has the potential to effectively promote healing and act as an antibacterial agent to prevent infections.
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- Hossein Teymouri
- Infectious Diseases Research Center, Aja University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Infectious Diseases Research Center, Aja University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Para Medicine, Aja University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Bacteriology and Virology, Faculty of Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pathology, School of Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, School of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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Alam P, Imran M, Ali A, Majid H. Cananga odorata (Ylang-Ylang) Essential Oil Containing Nanoemulgel for the Topical Treatment of Scalp Psoriasis and Dandruff. Gels 2024; 10:303. [PMID: 38786220 PMCID: PMC11121303 DOI: 10.3390/gels10050303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Revised: 04/21/2024] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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This research aimed to evaluate the efficacy of a nanoemulgel (NE) containing Cananga odorata (Ylang-Ylang) oil for managing scalp psoriasis and dandruff through various assessments. The study involved phytochemical screening, characterization, stability testing, in vivo performance evaluation, dermatokinetic analysis, central composite rotatable design (CCRD) optimization, in vitro release profiling, and antioxidant and antimicrobial activity assessment of the NE. The NE exhibited excellent stability and maintained physical parameters over a three-month period. In vivo studies showed no skin irritation, maintenance of skin pH (4.55 to 5.08), and improvement in skin hydration (18.09 to 41.28 AU) and sebum content (26.75 to 5.67 mg/cm2). Dermatokinetic analysis revealed higher skin retention of C. odorata in the NE (epidermis: 71.266 µg/cm2, dermis: 60.179 µg/cm2) compared to conventional formulations. CCRD optimization yielded NE formulations with the desired particle size (195.64 nm), entrapment efficiency (85.51%), and zeta potential (-20.59 mV). In vitro release studies indicated sustained release behavior, and antioxidant and antimicrobial properties were observed. This study demonstrates the stability, skin-friendliness, therapeutic benefits, and controlled release properties of the NE. The NE presents a promising option for various topical applications in treating bacterial and fungal diseases, potentially enhancing drug delivery and treatment outcomes in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
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- Perwez Alam
- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, P.O. Box 2457, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- R&D Executive, Aimil Pharmaceuticals, New Delhi 110028, India;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India;
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- Department of Translational and Clinical Research, School of Chemical and Life Sciences, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi 110062, India;
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Aldeeb RAE, Ibrahim SSA, Khalil IA, Ragab GM, El-Gazar AA, Taha AA, Hassan DH, Gomaa AA, Younis MK. Enhancing collagen based nanoemulgel for effective topical delivery of Aceclofenac and Citronellol oil: Formulation, optimization, in-vitro evaluation, and in-vivo osteoarthritis study with a focus on HMGB-1/RAGE/NF-κB pathway, Klotho, and miR-499a. Drug Deliv Transl Res 2024:10.1007/s13346-024-01548-3. [PMID: 38502267 DOI: 10.1007/s13346-024-01548-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/21/2024]
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The majority of conventional osteoarthritis (OA) treatments are based on molecular adjustment of certain signaling pathways associated with osteoarthritis (OA) pathogenesis, however there is a significant need to search for more effective and safe treatments. This study centers around formulating Aceclofenac (ACF) with high bioavailability in combination with Citronellol oil and collagen. The optimal concentrations of Citronellol oil/D-Limonene oil, Tween 80, and Transcutol HP were determined using a pseudoternary phase diagram. The formulated nanoemulsions were studied for thermophysical stability. Thermodynamically stable formula were analyzed for droplet size, zeta potential, and in-vitro permeation. Then, collagen based nanoemulsion were prepared to capitalize on its efficacy in reducing osteoarthritis side effects and characterized for nano size properties. Formulae F10 and F10C were chosen as optimum nanosize formula. Hense, they were prepared and characterized as nanoemulgel dosage form. The nanoemulgel formulae F10NEG1 and F10CNEG1 showed reasonable viscosity and spreadability, with complete drug release after 4 h. These formulae were chosen for further In vivo anti-OA study. Collagen based ACF/citronellol emugel were able to modulate HMGB-1/RAGE/NF-κB pathway, mitigating the production of inflammatory cytokine TNF-α. They were also able to modulate Klotho and miR-499, reducing serum CTXII and COMP, by reducing the cartilage destruction. Histological investigations validated the efficacy, safety, and superiority of Aceclofenac in combination with Citronellol oil and collagen (F10CNEG1) over solo the treated group (F10NEG1 and blank). Hence, the findings of the current work encourage the use of this promising combined formula in treatment of OA patients.
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- Reem Abd Elhameed Aldeeb
- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th of October City, 12566, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th of October City, 12566, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th of October City, 12566, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, October 6 University, 12585, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th of October City, 12566, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th of October City, 12566, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ahram Canadian University, 6th of October City, 12585, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Manufacturing, Misr University for Science and Technology, 6th of October City, 12566, Egypt
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Rajni, Shah K, Dewangan HK. Delivery of nano-emulgel carrier: optimization, evaluation and in vivo anti-inflammation estimations for osteoarthritis. Ther Deliv 2024; 15:181-192. [PMID: 38356357 DOI: 10.4155/tde-2023-0109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Aim: Optimization and evaluation of Aceclofenac nanoemulgel for treatment for rheumatoid arthritis and reduction of GI irritation and enhancement of bioavaibility. Materials & methods: Different batches of emulgel and selected batch was proceeded for characterization like particle size, scanning electron microscopy, drug ingredient, in vitro release, Fourier transform infrared and x-ray diffraction in vitro inflammation and gel evaluation such as (spreadability, swelling index), ex vitro permeation, skin irritation and in vivo anti-inflammatory. Result: Emulgel showed nanometri size sustained release (79.96% in 6 h), compatibility and anti-inflammatory activity compared with pure drug. Concluded that emulgels had better (nearly twice as good) anti-inflammatory action as the commercial product. Conclusion: Compared with the commercial gel, the emulgel's anti-inflammatory effect had a quicker onset and a longer duration of action.
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- Rajni
- University Institute of Pharma Sciences (UIPS), Chandigarh University NH-5, Chandigarh Ludhiana Highway, Mohali, 140413, Punjab (India)
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research (IPR), GLA University, Mathura, NH-19, Mathura-Delhi Road P.O. Chaumuhan, 281406, Mathura (India)
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- University Institute of Pharma Sciences (UIPS), Chandigarh University NH-5, Chandigarh Ludhiana Highway, Mohali, 140413, Punjab (India)
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Patil AS, Chougale SS, Kokatanr U, Hulyalkar S, Hiremath RD, Japti V, Masareddy R. Formulation and evaluation of itraconazole-loaded nanoemulgel for efficient topical delivery to treat fungal infections. Ther Deliv 2024; 15:165-179. [PMID: 38282577 DOI: 10.4155/tde-2023-0062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2024] Open
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Aim: The clinical application of conventional oral dosage form of itraconazole is limited due to its poor bioavailability. The aim of the study was to develop nanoemulgel of Itraconazole for topical delivery. Method: Nanoemulsions were prepared, optimized and further incorporated into a gel and evaluated for homogeneity, pH, viscosity, spreadability, in vitro drug release and skin irritation studies. Results: Cumulative drug release from nanoemulsions was within the range of 37.24 to 47.63% at 10 h. Drug release % for all the nanoemulgel formulations at10 h was 32.39, 39.75 and 45.9% respectively. Nanoemulgel was non-irritant as demonstrated by skin irritation studies in animals. Conclusion: Itraconazole nanoemulgels were proved to be potential for effective topical delivery of drug with enhanced bioavailability.
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- Archana S Patil
- Department of Pharmaceutics, KLE College of Pharmacy Belagavi, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, 590010, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, KLE College of Pharmacy Belagavi, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, 590010, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, KLE College of Pharmacy Belagavi, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, 590010, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, KLE College of Pharmacy Belagavi, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, 590010, Karnataka, India
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- KDCA's Institute of Pharmacy (Government Aided Institute) Airport Road, Ujalaiwadi, Kolhapur, 416004, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Quality Assurance, KLE College of Pharmacy Belagavi, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, 590010, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, KLE College of Pharmacy Belagavi, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, 590010, Karnataka, India
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Ye ZW, Yang QY, Lin QH, Liu XX, Li FQ, Xuan HD, Bai YY, Huang YP, Wang L, Wang F. Progress of nanopreparation technology applied to volatile oil drug delivery systems. Heliyon 2024; 10:e24302. [PMID: 38293491 PMCID: PMC10825498 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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Traditional Chinese medicine volatile oil has a long history and possesses extensive pharmacological activity. However, volatile oils have characteristics such as strong volatility, poor water solubility, low bioavailability, and poor targeting, which limit their application. The use of volatile oil nano drug delivery systems can effectively improve the drawbacks of volatile oils, enhance their bioavailability and chemical stability, and reduce their volatility and toxicity. This article first introduces the limitations of the components of traditional Chinese medicine volatile oils, discusses the main classifications and latest developments of volatile oil nano formulations, and briefly describes the preparation methods of traditional Chinese medicine volatile oil nano formulations. Secondly, the limitations of nano formulation technology are discussed, along with future challenges and prospects. A deeper understanding of the role of nanotechnology in traditional Chinese medicine volatile oils will contribute to the modernization of volatile oils and broaden their application value.
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- Zu-Wen Ye
- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Chengdu University of Chinese Medicine, 610072, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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- Cancer Research Centre, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 330004, China
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Yassin AEB, Massadeh S, Alshwaimi AA, Kittaneh RH, Omer ME, Ahmad D, Aodah AH, Shakeel F, Halwani M, Alanazi SA, Alam P. Tween 80-Based Self-Assembled Mixed Micelles Boost Valsartan Transdermal Delivery. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023; 17:19. [PMID: 38256853 PMCID: PMC10819404 DOI: 10.3390/ph17010019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Valsartan (Val) is an important antihypertensive medication with poor absorption and low oral bioavailability. These constraints are due to its poor solubility and dissolution rate. The purpose of this study was to optimize a mixed micelle system for the transdermal delivery of Val in order to improve its therapeutic performance by providing prolonged uniform drug levels while minimizing drug side effects. Thin-film hydration and micro-phase separation were used to produce Val-loaded mixed micelle systems. A variety of factors, including the surfactant type and drug-to-surfactant ratio, were optimized to produce micelles with a low size and high Val entrapment efficiency (EE). The size, polydispersity index (PDI), zeta potential, and drug EE of the prepared micelles were all measured. The in vitro drug release profiles were assessed using dialysis bags, and the permeation through abdominal rat skin was assessed using a Franz diffusion cell. All formulations had high EE levels exceeding 90% and low particle charges. The micellar sizes ranged from 107.6 to 191.7 nm, with average PDI values of 0.3. The in vitro release demonstrated a uniform slow rate that lasted one week with varying extents. F7 demonstrated a significant (p < 0.01) transdermal efflux of 68.84 ± 3.96 µg/cm2/h through rat skin when compared to the control. As a result, the enhancement factor was 16.57. In summary, Val-loaded mixed micelles were successfully prepared using two simple methods with high reproducibility, and extensive transdermal delivery was demonstrated in the absence of any aggressive skin-modifying enhancers.
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- Alaa Eldeen B. Yassin
- College of Pharmacy, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia (S.A.A.)
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- Developmental Medicine Department, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia;
- Joint Centers of Excellence Program, KACST-BWH/Harvard Center of Excellence for Biomedicine, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus P400, Palestine;
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- Pharmacy Program, College of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Bahrain, Manama 32038, Bahrain;
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- College of Pharmacy, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia (S.A.A.)
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- Advanced Diagnostic and Therapeutic Institute, Health Sector, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST), Riyadh 11442, Saudi Arabia;
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud University, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia;
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- Nanomedicine Department, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia;
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- College of Pharmacy, King Abdullah International Medical Research Center, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia (S.A.A.)
- Pharmaceutical Care Services, King Abdulaziz Medical City, National Guard Health Affairs (NGHA), Riyadh 11426, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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Lal DK, Kumar B, Saeedan AS, Ansari MN. An Overview of Nanoemulgels for Bioavailability Enhancement in Inflammatory Conditions via Topical Delivery. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15041187. [PMID: 37111672 PMCID: PMC10145625 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15041187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 04/02/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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The anti-inflammatory drugs that are generally available possess the disadvantage of hydrophobicity, which leads to poor permeability and erratic bioavailability. Nanoemulgels (NEGs) are novel drug delivery systems that aim to improve the solubility and permeability of drugs across the biological membrane. The nano-sized droplets in the nanoemulsion enhance the permeation of the formulation, along with surfactants and co-surfactants that act as permeation enhancers and can further improve permeability. The hydrogel component of NEG helps to increase the viscosity and spreadability of the formulation, making it ideal for topical application. Moreover, oils that have anti-inflammatory properties, such as eucalyptus oil, emu oil and clove oil, are used as oil phases in the preparation of the nanoemulsion, which shows a synergistic effect with active moiety and enhances its overall therapeutic profile. This leads to the creation of hydrophobic drugs that possess enhanced pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties, and simultaneously avoid systemic side effects in individuals with external inflammatory disorders. The nanoemulsion's effective spreadability, ease of application, non-invasive administration, and subsequent ability to achieve patient compliance make it more suitable for topical application in the combat of many inflammatory disorders, such as dermatitis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and so on. Although the large-scale practical application of NEG is limited due to problems regarding its scalability and thermodynamic instability, which arise from the use of high-energy approaches during the production of the nanoemulsion, these can be resolved by the advancement of an alternative nanoemulsification technique. Considering the potential advantages and long-term benefits of NEGs, the authors of this paper have compiled a review that elaborates the potential significance of utilizing nanoemulgels in a topical delivery system for anti-inflammatory drugs.
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- Diwya Kumar Lal
- Faculty of Pharmacy, DIT University, Dehradun 248009, Uttarakhand, India
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, DIT University, Dehradun 248009, Uttarakhand, India
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj 11942, Saudi Arabia
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Carreño H, Stashenko EE, Escobar P. Essential Oils Distilled from Colombian Aromatic Plants and Their Constituents as Penetration Enhancers for Transdermal Drug Delivery. Molecules 2023; 28:molecules28062872. [PMID: 36985843 PMCID: PMC10057770 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28062872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2023] [Revised: 03/09/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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The study aimed to determine the enhanced effects of essential oils (EOs) and plant-derived molecules (PDMs) as penetration enhancers (PEs) for transdermal drug delivery (TDD) of caffeine. A 1% w/w solution of eight EOs and seven PDMs was included in the 1% caffeine carbopol hydrogel. Franz diffusion cell experiments were performed using mice with full-thickness skin. At various times over 24 h, 300 μL of the receptor were withdrawn and replaced with fresh medium. Caffeine was analyzed spectrophotometrically at 272 nm. The skin irritation effects of the hydrogels applied once a day for 21 days were investigated in mice. The steady-state flux (JSS) of the caffeine hydrogel was 30 ± 19.6 µg cm-2 h-1. An increase in caffeine JSS was induced by Lippia origanoides > Turnera diffusa > eugenol > carvacrol > limonene, with values of 150 ± 14.1, 130 ± 47.6, 101 ± 21.7, 90 ± 18.4, and 86 ± 21.0 µg cm-2 h-1, respectively. The Kp of caffeine was 2.8 ± 0.26 cm h-1, almost 2-4 times lower than that induced by Lippia origanoides > Turnera diffusa > limonene > eugenol > carvacrol, with Kp values of 11 ± 1.7, 8.8 ± 4.2, 6.8 ± 1.7, 6.3 ± 1.2, and 5.15 ± 1.0 cm h-1, respectively. No irritating effects were observed. Lippia origanoides, Turnera diffusa, eugenol, carvacrol, and limonene improved caffeine's skin permeation. These compounds may be as effective as the PE in TDD systems.
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- Heider Carreño
- Departamento de Ciencias Básicas, Centro de Investigación en Enfermedades Tropicales (CINTROP), Escuela de Medicina, Universidad Industrial de Santander, Piedecuesta 681011, Colombia
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- Centro de Investigación en Biomoléculas (CIBIMOL), Escuela de Química, Universidad Industrial de Santander, Bucaramanga 680002, Colombia
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- Departamento de Ciencias Básicas, Centro de Investigación en Enfermedades Tropicales (CINTROP), Escuela de Medicina, Universidad Industrial de Santander, Piedecuesta 681011, Colombia
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Fabrication of Novel Omeprazole-Based Chitosan Coated Nanoemulgel Formulation for Potential Anti-Microbia; In Vitro and Ex Vivo Characterizations. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15051298. [PMID: 36904539 PMCID: PMC10007571 DOI: 10.3390/polym15051298] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2023] [Revised: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/08/2023] Open
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Infectious diseases remain inevitable factors for high mortality and morbidity rate in the modern world to date. Repurposing is a novel approach to drug development has become an intriguing research topic in the literature. Omeprazole is one of the top ten proton pump inhibitors prescribed in the USA. The literature suggests that no reports based on omeprazole anti-microbial actions have been discovered to date. This study entails the potential of omeprazole to treat skin and soft tissue infections based on the literature's evident anti-microbial effects. To get a skin-friendly formulation, a chitosan-coated omeprazole-loaded nanoemulgel formulation was fabricated using olive oil, carbopol 940, Tween 80, Span 80, and triethanolamine by high-speed homogenization technique. The optimized formulation was physicochemically characterized for zeta potential, size distribution, pH, drug content, entrapment efficiency, viscosity, spreadability, extrudability, in-vitro drug release, ex-vivo permeation analysis, and minimum inhibitory concentration determination. The FTIR analysis indicated that there was no incompatibility between the drug and formulation excipients. The optimized formulation exhibited particle size, PDI, zeta potential, drug content, and entrapment efficiency of 369.7 ± 8.77 nm, 0.316, -15.3 ± 6.7 mV, 90.92 ± 1.37% and 78.23 ± 3.76%, respectively. In-vitro release and ex-vivo permeation data of optimized formulation showed 82.16% and 72.21 ± 1.71 μg/cm2, respectively. The results of minimum inhibitory concentration (1.25 mg/mL) against selected bacterial strains were satisfactory, suggesting a successful treatment approach for the topical application of omeprazole to treat microbial infections. Furthermore, chitosan coating synergistically increases the antibacterial activity of the drug.
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Effect of Penetration Enhancers on Transdermal Delivery of Oxcarbazepine, an Antiepileptic Drug Using Microemulsions. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:pharmaceutics15010183. [PMID: 36678811 PMCID: PMC9864939 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15010183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Revised: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 01/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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Oxcarbazepine (OXC) is an anticonvulsant drug, indicated for the treatment of the neurological disorder, epilepsy. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the transdermal delivery of OXC from microemulsions using different penetration enhancers. Transcutol® P (TRC), oleic acid (OA), cineole (cin), Labrasol (LS), Tween 80 (T80) and N-Methyl-Pyrrolidone (NMP) were used as penetration enhancers as well as microemulsion components. Simple formulations of OXC in propylene glycol (PG) incorporating various penetration enhancers and combination of penetration enhancers were also evaluated for transdermal delivery. Drug delivery and penetration enhancement were studied using human cadaver skin on Franz diffusion cells. The results showed that all penetration enhancers improved the rate of permeation of OXC compared to the control. The flux of drug delivery from the various formulations was found to be, in decreasing order, cin > OA + TRC > NMP > TRC > OA. Overall, microemulsions prepared using cineole, Tween 80 and Transcutol® P (TRC) were shown to be provide the best penetration enhancement for OXC.
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Sagadevan S, Alshahateet SF, Anita Lett J, Fatimah I, Poonchi Sivasankaran R, Kassegn Sibhatu A, Leonardg E, Le MV, Soga T. Highly efficient photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue dye over Ag2O nanoparticles under solar light irradiation. INORG CHEM COMMUN 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.inoche.2022.110288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Morteza-Semnani K, Saeedi M, Akbari J, Hedayati S, Hashemi SMH, Rahimnia SM, Babaei A, Ghazanfari M, Haghani I, Hedayati MT. Green formulation, characterization, antifungal and biological safety evaluation of terbinafine HCl niosomes and niosomal gels manufactured by eco-friendly green method. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE. POLYMER EDITION 2022; 33:2325-2352. [PMID: 35848460 DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2022.2103626] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Terbinafine (TER) is a promising candidate medication for the topical treatment of fungal infections. However, its solubility in water and skin permeability are limited. To overcome these limitations, a Terbinafine niosome and niosomal gel was developed. The impact of cholesterol:surfactants on terbinafine incorporated niosome (terbinasome) preparations was examined. Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), photon correlation spectroscopy (PCS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and attenuated total reflectance-Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy were used to assess the morphological features of terbinasome and the physicochemical characteristics of TER in terbinasome. The obtained results has shown that Chol enhanced the diameter of the terbinasome from 123.20 ± 2.86 to 701.93 ± 17.72 nm. The highest encapsulation of terbinafine was estimated to be around 66% due to the cholesterol:surfactants ratio in the terbinasome was 1:3 and 1:6. Additional examination has revealed that changes in the cholesterol:surfactants ratio can result in a change in the PDI value of between 0.421 ± 0.004 and 0.712 ± 0.011. The terbinasome gel was prepared and tested for pharmaceutical testing, including pH, viscosity, spreadability, and stability. The percentage of TER dissolution from terbinasome were determined more than 80% and showed quickest drug release. In a cutaneous permeability examination, the quantity of TER in the cutaneous layers and the receiver compartment were higher for the terbinasome gel than for the TER simple gel. The terbinasome's cell viability was around 90% (HFF cell line) and MTT experiment demonstrated that the terbinasome was not cytotoxic. The MIC of the terbinasome was lower than pure drug against Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Trichophyton. The terbinasomal gels were non-irritant (score < 2) in the cutaneous irritation examination performed on Wistar rats. The research suggests that the optimized terbinasome may be used as a nano-vesicle for TER drug administration, hence opening up new possibilities for the treatment of cutaneous infections.
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- Katayoun Morteza-Semnani
- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Centre, Haemoglobinopathy Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Student Research Committee Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Student Research Committee Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Student Research Committee Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Student Research Committee Center, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Medical Mycology, School of Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Invasive Fungi Research Center, Communicable Diseases Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Invasive Fungi Research Center, Communicable Diseases Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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- Department of Medical Mycology, School of Medicine, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran.,Invasive Fungi Research Center, Communicable Diseases Institute, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Sari, Iran
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Patil KS, Hajare AA, Manjappa AS, More HN, Disouza JI. Design, Development, In Silico, and In Vitro Characterization of Camptothecin-Loaded Mixed Micelles: In Vitro Testing of Verapamil and Ranolazine for Repurposing as Coadjuvant Therapy in Cancer. J Pharm Innov 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s12247-022-09688-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Weerapol Y, Manmuan S, Chaothanaphat N, Okonogi S, Limmatvapirat C, Limmatvapirat S, Tubtimsri S. Impact of Fixed Oil on Ostwald Ripening of Anti-Oral Cancer Nanoemulsions Loaded with Amomum kravanh Essential Oil. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:938. [PMID: 35631524 PMCID: PMC9146979 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14050938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Revised: 04/16/2022] [Accepted: 04/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Recently, essential oil from Amomum kravanh (AMO) was reported to exert anti-oral cancer effects. Although it was more effective after being loaded into nanoemulsions, AMO without an Ostwald ripening inhibitor was unable to form stable nanoemulsions because of the Ostwald ripening phenomenon. In this study, we examined the influence of Ostwald ripening inhibitors, such as fixed oils and polyethylene glycol 4000 (PEG 4000), on nanoemulsion properties prepared by a phase inversion temperature method. Several fixed oils, including virgin coconut oil (VCO), palm oil (PMO), olive oil (OLO), and PEG 4000, were evaluated, and their Ostwald ripening inhibitory effects were compared. The results suggest that the type and ratio of AMO:fixed oils influence the formation and characteristics of nanoemulsions. PEG 4000 was unable to produce nanoemulsions; however, stable nanoemulsions with small droplet sizes were observed in preparations containing OLO and VCO at an AMO:fixed oil ratio of 80:20, which may be the result of specific molecular interactions among the components. Using an MTT assay, we demonstrated that the AMO:OLO (80:20) nanoemulsion produced the most significant cytotoxic effect on oral cancer cells with a percentage of 99.68 ± 0.56%. Furthermore, the AMO:OLO 80:20 nanoemulsion inhibits metastasis and induces oral cancer cell death through the intrinsic apoptosis pathway. In conclusion, AMO nanoemulsion with anti-oral cancer activity was successfully produced by varying the amount and type of fixed oils. In the future, this discovery may lead to the development of stable nanoemulsions employing additional volatile oils.
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- Yotsanan Weerapol
- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Burapha University, Chonburi 20131, Thailand; (Y.W.); (S.M.); (N.C.)
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Burapha University, Chonburi 20131, Thailand; (Y.W.); (S.M.); (N.C.)
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Burapha University, Chonburi 20131, Thailand; (Y.W.); (S.M.); (N.C.)
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- Research Center of Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand;
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Silpakorn University, Nakhon Pathom 73000, Thailand;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Silpakorn University, Nakhon Pathom 73000, Thailand;
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- Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Burapha University, Chonburi 20131, Thailand; (Y.W.); (S.M.); (N.C.)
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Khotimah H, Dewi Lestari Ismail D, Widasmara D, Riawan W, Retnaningtyas E, Weka Nugraheni R, Eka Puspita O, Rahayu Adianingsih O, Mardiyah M, Setiawan A. Ameliorative effect of gel combination of Centella asiatica extract transfersomes and rosemary essential oil nanoemulsion against UVB-induced skin aging in Balb/c mice. F1000Res 2022. [DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.109318.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background: Ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation induces physiological and morphological photoaging of the skin resulting in wrinkles, and loss of elasticity. This study analyzed nanoencapsulation of a gel combination of Centella asiatica (CA) transfersomes and rosemary essential oil (REO) nanoemulsion with lipid-based nanocarriers for the ability of both biological compounds to synergistically prevent UVB radiation, along with ameliorative and anti-aging effects. Methods: To ensure the quality, lipid-based nanocarriers of transfersomes and nanoemulsion were characterized based on physicochemical properties such as particle size distribution, polydispersity index, zeta potential. In vivo studies were used to determine the biological effects of a gel combination of CA transfersomes, and REO nanoemulsion applied topically two weeks before UVB radiation (840 mJ/cm2) in BALB/c hairless mice. Results: Results showed that the optimum lipid-based nanocarriers had a particle size of 43.97 ± 5.6 nm, a polydispersity index of 0.64 ± 0.01, and a zeta potential of -10.91 ± 1.99 mV. In vivo experiments revealed that topical application of a gel combination of CA transfersomes and REO nanoemulsion significantly ameliorated wrinkle formation, epidermal hyperplasia, and collagen fiber arrangement caused by UVB exposure. Further, the gel combining CA transfersomes and REO nanoemulsion suppressed lipid peroxidation by decreasing the expression of malondialdehyde (MDA) and collagen destruction by inhibiting matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) expression. Moreover, the gel combination of CA transfersomes and REO nanoemulsion upregulated type I collagen through activation of the transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β)/Smad pathway, thereby recovering the density of collagen fiber reduced by UVB radiation. Conclusions: Overall, these data indicate that topical application of a gel combination of CA transfersomes and REO nanoemulsion could act synergistically and potentially prevents oxidative stress and collagen degradation in the skin from UVB-induced photoaging.
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