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Zhang Q, Liu X, He J. Applications and prospects of microneedles in tumor drug delivery. J Mater Chem B 2024; 12:3336-3355. [PMID: 38501172 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb02646a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/20/2024]
Abstract
As drug delivery devices, microneedles are used widely in the local administration of various drugs. Such drug-loaded microneedles are minimally invasive, almost painless, and have high drug delivery efficiency. In recent decades, with advancements in microneedle technology, an increasing number of adaptive, engineered, and intelligent microneedles have been designed to meet increasing clinical needs. This article summarizes the types, preparation materials, and preparation methods of microneedles, as well as the latest research progress in the application of microneedles in tumor drug delivery. This article also discusses the current challenges and improvement strategies in the use of microneedles for tumor drug delivery.
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- Qiang Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Biotargeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Biotargeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Biotargeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Biotargeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Biotargeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Biotargeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, 530021, China.
- School of Pharmacy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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de Andrade Lima MMD, Benez M, Gamonal SBL, Melo DF, Tortelly VD, Frattini S, de Andrade Lima EV. Percutaneous collagen induction (microneedling) for scarring alopecia in discoid lupus erythematosus of the scalp. J Cosmet Dermatol 2022; 21:6479-6481. [PMID: 35676760 DOI: 10.1111/jocd.15149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Revised: 05/30/2022] [Accepted: 06/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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- Department of Dermatology, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.,Department of Dermatology, Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora (UFJF), Juiz de Fora, Brazil.,Department of Dermatology, Faculdade de Ciências Médicas e da Saúde de Juiz de Fora (SUPREMA), Juiz de Fora, Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Dermatology, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Mental health, Guelph General Hospital, Guelph, Canada
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Jeong WY, Kwon M, Choi HE, Kim KS. Recent advances in transdermal drug delivery systems: a review. Biomater Res 2021; 25:24. [PMID: 34321111 PMCID: PMC8317283 DOI: 10.1186/s40824-021-00226-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 168] [Impact Index Per Article: 56.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2021] [Accepted: 07/18/2021] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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Various non-invasive administrations have recently emerged as an alternative to conventional needle injections. A transdermal drug delivery system (TDDS) represents the most attractive method among these because of its low rejection rate, excellent ease of administration, and superb convenience and persistence among patients. TDDS could be applicable in not only pharmaceuticals but also in the skin care industry, including cosmetics. Because this method mainly involves local administration, it can prevent local buildup in drug concentration and nonspecific delivery to tissues not targeted by the drug. However, the physicochemical properties of the skin translate to multiple obstacles and restrictions in transdermal delivery, with numerous investigations conducted to overcome these bottlenecks. In this review, we describe the different types of available TDDS methods, along with a critical discussion of the specific advantages and disadvantages, characterization methods, and potential of each method. Progress in research on these alternative methods has established the high efficiency inherent to TDDS, which is expected to find applications in a wide range of fields.
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- Woo Yeup Jeong
- School of Chemical Engineering, Pusan National University, 2 Busandaehak-ro 63 beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Pusan National University, 2 Busandaehak-ro 63 beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Pusan National University, 2 Busandaehak-ro 63 beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemical Engineering, Pusan National University, 2 Busandaehak-ro 63 beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, 46241, Republic of Korea.
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Yoo KH, Kwon TR, Oh CT, Ko KC, No YH, Oh WJ, Kim BJ. Improvement of a slimming cream's efficacy using a novel fabric as a transdermal drug delivery system: An in vivo and in vitro study. Exp Ther Med 2020; 19:3282-3288. [PMID: 32266024 PMCID: PMC7132236 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2020.8582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2019] [Accepted: 09/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Penetration of any compound into the body from the outside is prevented primarily by the corneal layer of the epidermis. The only way to circumvent the properties of the corneal layer is to disrupt it. Currently, transdermal systems can currently only deliver drugs that are of low molecular weight. The purpose of the present study was to assess the improvement of the slimming cream's efficacy using a novel fabric, with the aim of developing an improved method for transdermal drug delivery. The current study was conducted on four groups of guinea pigs. The control group was untreated, whereas the test groups were treated with either slimming cream and no fabric, slimming cream with 100% cotton fabric or slimming cream with the novel fabric. Ultrasound and microscopic histological analysis were used to assess animals. The results demonstrated that compared with the other groups, the novel fabric group demonstrated the greatest reductions in fat layer thickness, adipocyte size and number and proliferator-activated receptor-γ levels in adipose tissue. Furthermore, the novel fabric also enhanced the transdermal delivery of rhodamine B base and caffeine penetration compared with the control fabric (3.18-fold). In conclusion, the results of the present study demonstrated that the novel fabric can potentially be used to enhance transdermal drug delivery.
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- Kwang Ho Yoo
- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea.,Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Catholic Kwandong University, International St. Mary's Hospital, Incheon 22711, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea.,Research and Development Center, Green Cross Well-Being Corporation, Seongnam 13595, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University Hospital, Seoul 156-755, Republic of Korea
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Strazzulla LC, Avila L, Lo Sicco K, Shapiro J. An Overview of the Biology of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Microneedling as Potential Treatments for Alopecia Areata. J Investig Dermatol Symp Proc 2018; 19:S21-S24. [PMID: 29273100 DOI: 10.1016/j.jisp.2017.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2017] [Accepted: 07/21/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Platelet-rich plasma and microneedling have been investigated recently as potential therapeutic options for the treatment of hair disorders. Evidence from laboratory studies indicates that these treatments enhance growth factor production that in turn facilitates hair follicle development and cycling. Several small studies and case reports have presented encouraging findings regarding the use of these treatments for alopecia areata. Future investigations will be needed to validate these therapeutic techniques for patients with alopecia areata and further refine which subtypes of the disease these methods are best indicated for.
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- Lauren C Strazzulla
- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA.
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Omolu A, Bailly M, Day RM. Assessment of solid microneedle rollers to enhance transmembrane delivery of doxycycline and inhibition of MMP activity. Drug Deliv 2017; 24:942-951. [PMID: 28618841 PMCID: PMC8241162 DOI: 10.1080/10717544.2017.1337826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Many chronic wounds exhibit high matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activity that impedes the normal wound healing process. Intradermal delivery (IDD) of sub-antimicrobial concentrations of doxycycline, as an MMP inhibitor, could target early stages of chronic wound development and inhibit further wound progression. To deliver doxycycline intradermally, the skin barrier must be disrupted. Microneedle rollers offer a minimally invasive technique to penetrate the skin by creating multiple microchannels that act as temporary conduits for drugs to diffuse through. In this study, an innovative and facile approach for delivery of doxycycline across Strat-MTM membrane was investigated using microneedle rollers. The quantity and rate of doxycycline diffusing through the micropores directly correlated with increasing microneedle lengths (250, 500 and 750 μm). Treatment of Strat-MTM with microneedle rollers resulted in a reduction in fibroblast-mediated collagen gel contraction and MMP activity compared with untreated Strat-MTM. Our results show that treatment of an epidermal mimetic with microneedle rollers provides sufficient permeabilization for doxycycline diffusion and inhibition of MMP activity. We conclude that microneedle rollers are a promising, clinically ready tool suitable for delivery of doxycycline intradermally to treat chronic wounds.
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- Abbie Omolu
- a Applied Biomedical Engineering Group, Division of Medicine , University College London , London , UK
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- a Applied Biomedical Engineering Group, Division of Medicine , University College London , London , UK
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Strazzulla LC, Avila L, Lo Sicco K, Shapiro J. An Overview of the Biology of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Microneedling as Potential Treatments for Alopecia Areata. J Invest Dermatol 2017:S0022-202X(17)32751-3. [PMID: 29103820 DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2017.07.827] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2017] [Accepted: 07/21/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
Abstract
Platelet-rich plasma and microneedling have been investigated recently as potential therapeutic options for the treatment of hair disorders. Evidence from laboratory studies indicates that these treatments enhance growth factor production that in turn facilitates hair follicle development and cycling. Several small studies and case reports have presented encouraging findings regarding the use of these treatments for alopecia areata. Future investigations will be needed to validate these therapeutic techniques for patients with alopecia areata and further refine which subtypes of the disease these methods are best indicated for.
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- Lauren C Strazzulla
- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA
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- The Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA.
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Kim YS, Jeong KH, Kim JE, Woo YJ, Kim BJ, Kang H. Repeated Microneedle Stimulation Induces Enhanced Hair Growth in a Murine Model. Ann Dermatol 2016; 28:586-592. [PMID: 27746638 PMCID: PMC5064188 DOI: 10.5021/ad.2016.28.5.586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2015] [Revised: 12/22/2015] [Accepted: 01/11/2016] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Microneedle is a method that creates transdermal microchannels across the stratum corneum barrier layer of skin. No previous study showed a therapeutic effect of microneedle itself on hair growth by wounding. Objective The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of repeated microwound formed by microneedle on hair growth and hair growth-related genes in a murine model. Methods A disk microneedle roller was applied to each group of mice five times a week for three weeks. First, to identify the optimal length and cycle, microneedles of lengths of 0.15 mm, 0.25 mm, 0.5 mm, and 1 mm and cycles of 3, 6, 10, and 13 cycles were applied. Second, the effect of hair growth and hair-growth-related genes such as Wnt3a, β-catenin, vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and Wnt10b was observed using optimized microneedle. Outcomes were observed using visual inspection, real-time polymerase chain reaction, and immunohistochemistry. Results We found that the optimal length and cycle of microneedle treatment on hair growth was 0.25 mm/10 cycles and 0.5 mm/10 cycles. Repeated microneedle stimulation promoted hair growth, and it also induced the enhanced expression of Wnt3a, β-catenin, VEGF, and Wnt10b. Conclusion Our study provides evidence that microneedle stimulation can induce hair growth via activation of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and VEGF. Combined with the drug delivery effect, we believe that microneedle stimulation could lead to new approaches for alopecia.
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- Yoon Seob Kim
- Department of Dermatology, St. Paul's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, St. Paul's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, St. Paul's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, St. Paul's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, Chung-Ang University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Dermatology, St. Paul's Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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Fabrication of degradable carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) microneedle with laser writing and replica molding process for enhancement of transdermal drug delivery. BIOTECHNOL BIOPROC E 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s12257-015-0634-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Park Y, Park J, Chu GS, Kim KS, Sung JH, Kim B. Transdermal delivery of cosmetic ingredients using dissolving polymer microneedle arrays. BIOTECHNOL BIOPROC E 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/s12257-014-0775-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Tsai MJ, Fu YS, Lin YH, Huang YB, Wu PC. The effect of nanoemulsion as a carrier of hydrophilic compound for transdermal delivery. PLoS One 2014; 9:e102850. [PMID: 25068531 PMCID: PMC4113283 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0102850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2014] [Accepted: 06/24/2014] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The purpose of the present study was to investigate the effect of nanoemulsions as a carrier vehicle of hydrophilic drug for transdermal delivery. The response surface methodology with a mixture design was used to evaluate the effect of ingredient levels of nanoemulsion formulations including cosurfactant (isopropyl alcohol, 20 ∼ 30%), surfactant (mixed of Brij 30 and Brij 35, 20 ∼ 30%), and distilled-water (34.5 ∼ 50.0%) on properties of the drug-loaded nanoemulsions including physicochemical characters and drug permeability through rat skin. The result showed that the hydrophilic drug in aqueous solution with or without penetration enhancer could not transport across rat skin after 12 h of application. Used nanoemulsions as carrier vehicle, the permeation rate of drug was significantly increased from 0 to 63.23 µg/cm2/h and the lag time was shortened from more than 12 h to about 2.7 ∼ 4.0 h. Moreover, the drug-loaded nanoemulsion formulation also showed physicochemical stability after 3 month storage at 25°C and 40°C.
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- Ming-Jun Tsai
- Department of Neurology, China Medical University Hospital, School of Medicine, Medical College, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan, ROC
- Department of Neurology, Tainan Municipal An-Nan Hospital, Tainan, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, ROC
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- School of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, ROC
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- School of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, ROC
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- School of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, ROC
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Huang CT, Tsai MJ, Lin YH, Fu YS, Huang YB, Tsai YH, Wu PC. Effect of microemulsions on transdermal delivery of citalopram: optimization studies using mixture design and response surface methodology. Int J Nanomedicine 2013; 8:2295-304. [PMID: 23919086 PMCID: PMC3699131 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s43474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the potential of microemulsions as a drug vehicle for transdermal delivery of citalopram. A computerized statistical technique of response surface methodology with mixture design was used to investigate and optimize the influence of the formulation compositions including a mixture of Brij 30/Brij 35 surfactants (at a ratio of 4:1, 20%-30%), isopropyl alcohol (20%-30%), and distilled water (40%-50%) on the properties of the drug-loaded microemulsions, including permeation rate (flux) and lag time. When microemulsions were used as a vehicle, the drug permeation rate increased significantly and the lag time shortened significantly when compared with the aqueous control of 40% isopropyl alcohol solution containing 3% citalopram, demonstrating that microemulsions are a promising vehicle for transdermal application. With regard to the pharmacokinetic parameters of citalopram, the flux required for the transdermal delivery system was about 1280 μg per hour. The microemulsions loaded with citalopram 3% and 10% showed respective flux rates of 179.6 μg/cm(2) and 513.8 μg/cm(2) per hour, indicating that the study formulation could provide effective therapeutic concentrations over a practical application area. The animal study showed that the optimized formulation (F15) containing 3% citalopram with an application area of 3.46 cm(2) is able to reach a minimum effective therapeutic concentration with no erythematous reaction.
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- Chi-Te Huang
- School of Pharmacy, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan, Republic of China
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