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Marques PAC, Guerra NB, Dos Santos LS, Mussagy CU, Pegorin Brasil GS, Burd BS, Su Y, da Silva Sasaki JC, Scontri M, de Lima Lopes Filho PE, Silva GR, Miranda MCR, Ferreira ES, Primo FL, Fernandes MA, Crotti AEM, He S, Forster S, Ma C, de Barros NR, de Mendonça RJ, Jucaud V, Li B, Herculano RD, Floriano JF. Natural rubber latex-based biomaterials for drug delivery and regenerative medicine: Trends and directions. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 267:131666. [PMID: 38636755 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131666] [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] [Received: 01/19/2024] [Revised: 03/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/20/2024]
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Natural Rubber Latex (NRL) has shown to be a promising biomaterial for use as a drug delivery system to release various bioactive compounds. It is cost-effective, easy to handle, biocompatible, and exhibits pro-angiogenic and pro-healing properties for both soft and hard tissues. NRL releases compounds following burst and sustained release kinetics, exhibiting first-order release kinetics. Moreover, its pore density can be adjusted for tailored kinetics profiles. In addition, biotechnological applications of NRL in amblyopia, smart mattresses, and neovaginoplasty have demonstrated success. This comprehensive review explores NRL's diverse applications in biotechnology and biomedicine, addressing challenges in translating research into clinical practice. Organized into eight sections, the review emphasizes NRL's potential in wound healing, drug delivery, and metallic nanoparticle synthesis. It also addresses the challenges in enhancing NRL's physical properties and discusses its interactions with the human immune system. Furthermore, examines NRL's potential in creating wearable medical devices and biosensors for neurological disorders. To fully explore NRL's potential in addressing important medical conditions, we emphasize throughout this review the importance of interdisciplinary research and collaboration. In conclusion, this review advances our understanding of NRL's role in biomedical and biotechnological applications, offering insights into its diverse applications and promising opportunities for future development.
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- Paulo Augusto Chagas Marques
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Federal University of São Carlos, Rodovia Washington Luís, km 235, 13560-970 Sao Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, 3900 Bandeirantes Avenue, 14.040-901 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Escuela de Agronomía, Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas y de los Alimentos, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; São Paulo State University (UNESP), Post-Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Institute of Chemistry, 14800-903 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; São Paulo State University (UNESP), Post-Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Institute of Chemistry, 14800-903 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; São Paulo State University (UNESP), Post-Graduate Program in Biotechnology, Institute of Chemistry, 14800-903 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Minas Gerais, s/n São Luiz Gonzaga Street, 35577-010 Formiga, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Institute of Environmental, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP), Rua Prof. Artur Riedel, 275, 09972-270 Diadema, SP, Brazil
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- State University of Feira de Santana (UEFS), Department of Physics, s/n Transnordestina Highway, 44036-900 Feira de Santana, BA, Brazil
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- Bionanomaterials and Bioengineering Group, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, 14800-903, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Bionanomaterials and Bioengineering Group, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, 14800-903, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty of Philosophy, Sciences and Letters at Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, 3900 Bandeirantes Avenue, 14.040-901 Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Department of Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology, Federal University of Triângulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA.
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- School of Science, São Paulo State University (UNESP), 17033-360 Bauru, SP, Brazil; Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, SP, Brazil; National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London, SW7 2AZ London, UK.
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Pichayakorn W, Maneewattanapinyo P, Monton C, Dangmanee N, Suksaeree J. Porous Deproteinized Natural Rubber Film Loaded with Silver Nanoparticles for Topical Drug Delivery. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2603. [PMID: 38004581 PMCID: PMC10674566 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15112603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 10/26/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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The work demonstrated the use of natural rubber for topical drug delivery. The first objective was to fabricate a porous deproteinized natural rubber film loaded with silver nanoparticles. Characterizing and assessing its formulation was the second objective. Surface pH, mechanical properties, swelling ratio, erosion, moisture vapor transmission rate, scanning electron microscopy/energy dispersive X-ray analysis, and X-ray diffraction were evaluated. In vitro studies and antibacterial activity were assessed. It was discovered that silver nanoparticles could enter the film and that their concentrations ranged between 7.25 and 21.03 µg/cm2. The pH of the film's surface was 7.00. The mechanical properties of the film with silver nanoparticle loading differed from the blank film. After adding silver nanoparticles, the film eroded faster than before, but the swelling ratio was not affected significantly. Increased time utilization had an impact on the moisture vapor transmission rate of the film. Silver nanoparticles released easily from the film while there was less permeability. The dead pig-ear skin had significant silver nanoparticle accumulation. Potent antibacterial activity was seen in the film containing silver nanoparticles. The silver nanoparticle-loaded film may be used as a wound dressing for a topical film that promotes wound healing while also protecting the area from infection.
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- Wiwat Pichayakorn
- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prince of Songkla University, Hat-Yai, Songkhla 90112, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Rangsit University, Muang, Pathum Thani 12000, Thailand
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- Drug and Herbal Product Research and Development Center, College of Pharmacy, Rangsit University, Muang, Pathum Thani 12000, Thailand
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- Faculty of Agro and Bio Industry, Cosmetic Technology and Dietary Supplement Products Program, Thaksin University, Ban Pa Phayom, Phatthalung 93210, Thailand
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, Rangsit University, Muang, Pathum Thani 12000, Thailand
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de Souza Silva FK, Orlandi CBC, Fernandes MA, Sant'Ana Pegorin Brasil G, Mussagy CU, Scontri M, Sasaki JC, de Sousa Abreu AP, Guerra NB, Floriano JF, de Mendonça RJ, Caetano GF, Farhadi N, Gómez A, Huang S, Farias AM, Primo FL, Li B, Almeida AMF, Dokmeci MR, Jucaud V, Giannini MJSM, Cardoso MR, Herculano RD. Biocompatible anti-aging face mask prepared with curcumin and natural rubber with antioxidant properties. Int J Biol Macromol 2023; 242:124778. [PMID: 37172704 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.124778] [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: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 05/04/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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Natural rubber latex (NRL) is a biopolymer widely used in biomedical applications. In this work, we propose an innovative cosmetic face mask, combining the NRL's biological properties with curcumin (CURC), which has a high level of antioxidant activity (AA) to provide anti-aging benefits. Chemical, mechanical and morphological characterizations were performed. The CURC released by the NRL was evaluated by permeation in Franz cells. Cytotoxicity and hemolytic activity assays were performed to assess safety. The findings showed that the biological properties of CURC were preserved after loading in the NRL. About 44.2 % of CURC was released within the first six hours, and in vitro permeation showed that 9.36 % ± 0.65 was permeated over 24h. CURC-NRL was associated with a metabolic activity higher than 70 % in 3 T3 fibroblasts, cell viability ≥95 % in human dermal fibroblasts, and a hemolytic rate ≤ 2.24 % after 24 h. Furthermore, CURC-NRL maintained the mechanical characteristics (range suitable) for human skin application. We observed that CURC-NRL preserved ~20 % antioxidant activity from curcumin-free after loading in the NRL. Our results suggest that CURC-NRL has the potential to be used in the cosmetics industry, and the experimental methodology utilized in this study can be applied to different kinds of face masks.
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- Flávio Kunert de Souza Silva
- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil; Department of Clinical Analysis, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Analysis, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Bionanomaterials and Bioengineering Group, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, 14800-903, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Escuela de Agronomía, Facultad de Ciencias Agronómicas y de los Alimentos, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso, Chile
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), Botucatu Medical School, Botucatu, São Paulo 18.618-687, Brazil; National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Department of Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology, Federal University of Triangulo Mineiro (UFTM), Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- University Center of Hermínio Ometto Foundation (FHO), Araras, São Paulo, Brazil; Division of Dermatology, Department of Internal Medicine, São Paulo University (USP), Ribeirão Preto Medical School, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Sciences and Languages of Assis, Department of Biotechnology, Assis, São Paulo 19806-900, Brazil
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- Bionanomaterials and Bioengineering Group, Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, 14800-903, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA
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- Department of Clinical Analysis, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Clinical Analysis, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Carlos Institute of Physics, University of São Paulo, PO Box 369, 13561-970 São Carlos, SP, Brazil
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- Bioengineering & Biomaterials Group, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km 01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil; Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11507 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, USA; Autonomy Research Center for STEAHM (ARCS), California State University, Northridge, CA 91324, USA.
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Wang R, Li R, Li F, Zheng P, Wang Z, Qian S. Glycerol and Antimicrobial Peptide-Modified Natural Latex for Bacteriostasis of Skin Wounds. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:1505-1513. [PMID: 36643537 PMCID: PMC9835661 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c07008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Accepted: 12/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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This work aimed to develop a glycerol antimicrobial peptide natural latex film (NRL-GI-AMP film) for the treatment of skin wound infections. The contents of this work mainly include investigating the effect of adding glycerol (GI) and an antimicrobial peptide (AMP) on the physical and chemical properties of natural latex (NRL) and analyzing the cytocompatibility, bacteriostatic activity, and infected wound healing promotion of the NRL-GI-AMP film. The results showed that the addition of GI resulted in more pores in the internal structure of the NRL film, while the addition of G(LLKK)3L AMP did not change the structure and properties of the NRL film. Compared with that of the NRL film, the infrared spectrum of the NRL-GI-AMP film did not produce new characteristic peaks, indicating that GI and AMP were non-covalently cross-linked with NRL. Addition of 10% GI reduces the toughness of the NRL-GI-AMP film by 62.0%, increases the water vapor transmission rate by 8.95 mg/(cm2·h), and reduces the water absorption and water retention distributions by 33.0 and 24.7%, respectively. AMP in the NRL-GI-AMP film could be released continuously for 40 h, and the release rate was about 45%. The NRL-GI-AMP film showed good biocompatibility and antibacterial activity and promoted the healing of infected wounds. Therefore, the NRL-GI-AP film has potential application in the development of dressings to inhibit skin wound infection and promote wound healing.
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- Ruonan Wang
- College
of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui
Polytechnic University, Wuhu241000, China
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- School
of Basic Medical Sciences, Wannan Medical
College, Wuhu241002, China
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- College
of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui
Polytechnic University, Wuhu241000, China
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- College
of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui
Polytechnic University, Wuhu241000, China
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- College
of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui
Polytechnic University, Wuhu241000, China
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- College
of Biological and Food Engineering, Anhui
Polytechnic University, Wuhu241000, China
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Feiner R, Johns E, Antman-Passig M, Khan D, Witek L, Berisha N, Irie T, Oved H, White RM, Heller DA. Drug-Eluting Rubber Bands for Tissue Ligation. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2022; 14:27675-27685. [PMID: 35670525 PMCID: PMC10015968 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.2c06175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Rubber band ligation is a commonly used method for the removal of tissue abnormalities. Most often, rubber band ligation is performed to remove internal hemorrhoids unresponsive to first line treatments to avoid surgery. While the procedure is considered safe, patients experience mild to significant pain and discomfort until the tissue sloughs off. As patients often require multiple bandings and sessions, reducing these side effects can have a considerable effect on patient adherence and quality of life. To reduce pain and discomfort, we developed drug-eluting rubber bands for ligation procedures. We investigated the potential for a band to elute anesthetics and drug combinations to durably manage pain for a period of up to 5 days while exhibiting similar mechanical properties to conventional rubber bands. We show that the rubber bands retain their mechanical properties despite significant drug loading. Lidocaine, released from the bands, successfully altered the calcium dynamics of cardiomyocytes in vitro and modulated heart rate in zebrafish embryos, while the bands exhibited lower cytotoxicity than conventional bands. Ex vivo studies demonstrated substantial local drug release in enteric tissues. These latex-free bands exhibited sufficient mechanical and drug-eluting properties to serve both ligation and local analgesic functions, potentially enabling pain reduction for multiple indications.
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- Ron Feiner
- Molecular Pharmacology Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 10065 USA
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- Cancer Biology and Genetics Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, 10065, USA; Gerstner Sloan Kettering Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 10065 USA
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- Molecular Pharmacology Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 10065 USA
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- Division of Biomaterials – Department of Molecular Pathobiology, NYU College of Dentistry, New York, NY, 10010, USA
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- Division of Biomaterials – Department of Molecular Pathobiology, NYU College of Dentistry, New York, NY, 10010, USA; Department of Biomedical Engineering, NYU Tandon School of Engineering, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, USA
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- The Graduate Center of the City University of New York, New York, NY, 10016, USA; Department of Nanotechnology, Advanced Science Research Center (ASRC) at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, New York, NY, 10031, USA; Molecular Pharmacology Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 10065 USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 10065 USA; Molecular Pharmacology Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 10065 USA
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- Shmunis School of Biomedicine and Cancer Research, Faculty of Life Sciences, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, 6997801, Israel
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- Cancer Biology and Genetics Program, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, 10065 USA; Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York 10065, United States
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Natural rubber dressing loaded with silver sulfadiazine for the treatment of burn wounds infected with Candida spp. Int J Biol Macromol 2021; 189:597-606. [PMID: 34418421 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2021.08.102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Revised: 08/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/12/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Millions of people are burned worldwide every year and 265,000 of the cases are fatal. The development of burn treatment cannot consist only of the administration of a single drug. Due to the infection risk, antibiotics are used in conjunction with gels and damp bandages. In this work, an inexpensive curative based on silver sulfadiazine (SS) and natural rubber latex (NRL) was developed to treat burn wounds. It was produced by the casting method. The infrared spectrum presented no interaction between drug and biopolymer. At the same time, electronic micrographs showed that the SS crystals are inserted on the polymeric dressing surface. Mechanical properties after the drug incorporation were considered suitable for dermal application. About 32.4% of loaded SS was released in 192 h by the dressings that also inhibited the growth of Candida albicans and Candida parapsilosis at 75.0 and 37.5 μg·mL-1, respectively. The curative proved to be biocompatible when applied to fibroblast cells, in addition to enhancing cellular proliferation and, in the hemocompatibility test, no hemolytic effects were observed. The good results in mechanical, antifungal and biological assays, combined with the average bandage cost of $0.10, represent an exciting alternative for treating burn wounds.
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Guerra NB, Sant'Ana Pegorin G, Boratto MH, de Barros NR, de Oliveira Graeff CF, Herculano RD. Biomedical applications of natural rubber latex from the rubber tree Hevea brasiliensis. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 126:112126. [PMID: 34082943 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2021.112126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2021] [Revised: 04/14/2021] [Accepted: 04/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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The past decades have witnessed tremendous progress in biomaterials in terms of functionalities and applications. To realize various functions such as tissue engineering, tissue repair, and controlled release of therapeutics, a biocompatible and biologically active material is often needed. However, it is a difficult task to find either synthetic or natural materials suitable for in vivo applications. Nature has provided us with the natural rubber latex from the rubber tree Hevea brasiliensis, a natural polymer that is biocompatible and has been proved as inducing tissue repair by enhancing the vasculogenesis process, guiding and recruiting cells responsible for osteogenesis, and acting as a solid matrix for controlled drug release. It would be extremely useful if medical devices can be fabricated with materials that have these biological properties. Recently, various types of natural rubber latex-based biomedical devices have been developed to enhance tissue repair by taking advantage of its biological properties. Most of them were used to enhance tissue repair in chronic wounds and critical bone defects. Others were used to design drug release systems to locally release therapeutics in a sustained and controlled manner. Here, we summarize recent progress made in these areas. Specifically, we compare various applications and their performance metrics. We also discuss critical problems with the use of natural rubber latex in biomedical applications and highlight future opportunities for biomedical devices produced either with pre-treated natural rubber latex or with proteins purified from the natural rubber latex.
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- Nayrim Brizuela Guerra
- Area of Exact Sciences and Engineering, University of Caxias do Sul (UCS), Caxias do Sul, Rio Grande do Sul, BR
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Physics, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Sciences, Bauru, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI), 11570 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90064, USA.
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Km01 Araraquara-Jaú Road, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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Barros NR, Ahadian S, Tebon P, Rudge MVC, Barbosa AMP, Herculano RD. Highly absorptive dressing composed of natural latex loaded with alginate for exudate control and healing of diabetic wounds. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 119:111589. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2020.111589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2020] [Revised: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 09/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Gemeinder JLP, Barros NRD, Pegorin GS, Singulani JDL, Borges FA, Arco MCGD, Giannini MJSM, Almeida AMF, Salvador SLDS, Herculano RD. Gentamicin encapsulated within a biopolymer for the treatment of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli infected skin ulcers. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION 2020; 32:93-111. [PMID: 32897812 DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2020.1817667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Skin wound infection requires carefully long-term treatment with an immense financial burden to healthcare systems worldwide. Various strategies such as drug delivery systems using polymer matrix from natural source have been used to enhance wound healing. Natural rubber latex (NRL) from Hevea brasiliensis has shown angiogenic and tissue repair properties. Gentamicin sulfate (GS) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which inhibits the growth of a wide variety of microorganisms and, because of this, it has also been applied topically for treatment of local infections. The aim of this study was to develop a GS release system using NRL as matrix for Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli infected skin ulcers treatment, without changing drug antibiotic properties. The matrix did not change the GS antimicrobial activity against S. aureus and E. coli strains. Moreover, the NRL-GS biomembrane did not exhibit hemolytic activity, being non-toxic to red blood cells. The eluates of NRL-GS biomembranes and GS solutions did not significantly reduce the survival of Caenorhabditis elegans worms for 24 h at any of the tested concentrations. Thus, these results emphasize that the NRL-GS biomembrane proved to be a promising biomaterial for future studies on the development of dressings for topical uses, inexpensive and practicable, keeping drug antibiotic properties against pathogens and to reduce the side effects.
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- José Lúcio Pádua Gemeinder
- Department of Biotechnology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Sciences, Humanities and Languages, Assis, São Paulo, Brazil.,Department of Biochemistry and Chemical Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Chemistry, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Chemical Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Chemistry, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil.,Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Chemical Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Chemistry, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil.,Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Analysis, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biochemistry and Chemical Technology, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Chemistry, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil.,Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical, Toxicological and Bromatological Analysis, São Paulo University (USP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Analysis, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical Analysis, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Clinical, Toxicological and Bromatological Analysis, São Paulo University (USP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biotechnology and Bioprocesses Engineering, São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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Film formation process of natural rubber latex particles: roles of the particle size and distribution of non-rubber species on film microstructure. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2020.124571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Alshhab A, Yilmaz E. Sodium alginate/poly(4-vinylpyridine) polyelectrolyte multilayer films: Preparation, characterization and ciprofloxacin HCl release. Int J Biol Macromol 2020; 147:809-820. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2019.10.058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2019] [Revised: 09/30/2019] [Accepted: 10/06/2019] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Ansarizadeh M, Haddadi SA, Amini M, Hasany M, Ramazani SaadatAbadi A. Sustained release of CIP from TiO
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- Mohamadhasan Ansarizadeh
- Chemical and Petroleum Engineering DepartmentSharif University of Technology P.O. Box: 11365‐9465 Tehran Iran
- Oulu Center for Cell‐Matrix Research, Biocenter Oulu and Faculty of Biochemistry and Molecular MedicineUniversity of Oulu Oulu Finland
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- Chemical and Petroleum Engineering DepartmentSharif University of Technology P.O. Box: 11365‐9465 Tehran Iran
- School of EngineeringUniversity of British Columbia Kelowna British Columbia V1V 1V7 Canada
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- Chemical and Petroleum Engineering DepartmentSharif University of Technology P.O. Box: 11365‐9465 Tehran Iran
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- Chemical and Petroleum Engineering DepartmentSharif University of Technology P.O. Box: 11365‐9465 Tehran Iran
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- Chemical and Petroleum Engineering DepartmentSharif University of Technology P.O. Box: 11365‐9465 Tehran Iran
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Carlos BL, Yamanaka JS, Yanagihara GR, Macedo AP, Watanabe PCA, Issa JPM, Herculano RD, Shimano AC. Effects of latex membrane on guided regeneration of long bones. JOURNAL OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE-POLYMER EDITION 2019; 30:1291-1307. [DOI: 10.1080/09205063.2019.1627653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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- Bruna Leonel Carlos
- Department of Biomechanics, Medicine and Locomotor Apparatus Rehabilitation, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Biomechanics, Medicine and Locomotor Apparatus Rehabilitation, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Biomechanics, Medicine and Locomotor Apparatus Rehabilitation, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Dental Materials and Prosthesis, Dental School of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Stomatoligy, Collective Health and Legal Dentistry, Dental School of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- Department of Basic and Oral Biology, Dental School of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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- eDepartment of Bioprocesses and Biotechnology, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Araraquara, Paulista State University, Araraquara, Brazil
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- Department of Biomechanics, Medicine and Locomotor Apparatus Rehabilitation, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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Zancanela DC, Funari CS, Herculano RD, Mello VM, Rodrigues CM, Borges FA, de Barros NR, Marcos CM, Almeida AMF, Guastaldi AC. Natural rubber latex membranes incorporated with three different types of propolis: Physical-chemistry and antimicrobial behaviours. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2019; 97:576-582. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2018.12.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2017] [Revised: 10/31/2018] [Accepted: 12/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Morise BT, Chagas ALD, Barros NR, Miranda MCR, Borges FA, Gemeinder JLP, Silva RG, Paulino CG, Herculano RD, Norberto AMQ. Scopolamine loaded in natural rubber latex as a future transdermal patch for sialorrhea treatment. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2018. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2018.1506984] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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- B. T. Morise
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
- Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
- Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
- Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- Institute of Chemistry, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, São Paulo State University (UNESP), Araraquara, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, São Paulo University (USP), Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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de Barros NR, Heredia-Vieira SC, Borges FA, Benites NM, dos Reis CE, Miranda MCR, Cardoso CAL, Herculano RD. Natural rubber latex biodevice as controlled release system for chronic wounds healing. Biomed Phys Eng Express 2018. [DOI: 10.1088/2057-1976/aab33a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Yonashiro Marcelino M, Azevedo Borges F, Martins Costa AF, de Lacorte Singulani J, Ribeiro NV, Barcelos Costa-Orlandi C, Garms BC, Soares Mendes-Giannini MJ, Herculano RD, Fusco-Almeida AM. Antifungal activity of fluconazole-loaded natural rubber latex against Candida albicans. Future Microbiol 2018; 13:359-367. [DOI: 10.2217/fmb-2017-0154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Aim: This work aimed to produce a membrane based on fluconazole-loaded natural rubber latex (NRL), and study their interaction, drug release and antifungal susceptibility against Candida albicans. Materials & methods: Fluconazole-loaded NRL membrane was obtained by casting method. Results: The Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy showed no modifications either in NRL or fluconazole after the incorporation. Mechanical test presented low Young's modulus and high strain, indicating the membranes have sufficient elasticity for biomedical application. The bio-membrane was able to release the drug and inhibit the growth of C. albicans as demonstrated by disk diffusion and macrodilution assays. Conclusion: The biomembrane was able to release fluconazole and inhibit the growth of C. albicans, representing a promising biomaterial for skin application.
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- Mônica Yonashiro Marcelino
- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Clinical Analysis, Rodovia Araraquara Jaú, Km 01 - s/, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Chemistry, Araraquara, Biochemistry & Chemical Technology, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Bioprocesses & Biotechnology, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Clinical Analysis, Rodovia Araraquara Jaú, Km 01 - s/, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Bioprocesses & Biotechnology, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Clinical Analysis, Rodovia Araraquara Jaú, Km 01 - s/, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), Institute of Chemistry, Araraquara, Biochemistry & Chemical Technology, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Clinical Analysis, Rodovia Araraquara Jaú, Km 01 - s/, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Bioprocesses & Biotechnology, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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- São Paulo State University (UNESP), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Araraquara, Clinical Analysis, Rodovia Araraquara Jaú, Km 01 - s/, Araraquara, São Paulo, Brazil
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Evaluation of peptides release using a natural rubber latex biomembrane as a carrier. Amino Acids 2018; 50:503-511. [DOI: 10.1007/s00726-017-2534-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2016] [Accepted: 12/22/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Choowongapiichat S, Paradee N, Sirivat A. Refining natural rubber matrix for electrically stimulated transdermal drug delivery. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2017. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2017.1383251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Bangkok, Thailand
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- The Petroleum and Petrochemical College, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Barros NRD, Miranda MCR, Borges FA, Gemeinder JLP, Mendonça RJD, Cilli EM, Herculano RD. Natural rubber latex: Development and in vitro characterization of a future transdermal patch for enuresis treatment. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2017. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2017.1280795] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Silva DF, Carvalho AFA, Shinya TY, Mazali GS, Herculano RD, Oliva-Neto P. Recycle of Immobilized Endocellulases in Different Conditions for Cellulose Hydrolysis. Enzyme Res 2017; 2017:4362704. [PMID: 28465836 PMCID: PMC5390571 DOI: 10.1155/2017/4362704] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2016] [Revised: 11/25/2016] [Accepted: 02/14/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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The immobilization of cellulases could be an economical alternative for cost reduction of enzyme application. The derivatives obtained in the immobilization derivatives were evaluated in recycles of paper filter hydrolysis. The immobilization process showed that the enzyme recycles were influenced by the shape (drop or sheet) and type of the mixture. The enzyme was recycled 28 times for sheets E' and 13 times for drops B'. The derivative E' showed the highest stability in the recycle obtaining 0.05 FPU/g, RA of 10%, and FPU Yield of 1.64 times, higher than FPU spent or Net FPU Yield of 5.3 times, saving more active enzymes. The derivative B showed stability in recycles reaching 0.15 FPU/g of derivative, yield of Recovered Activity (RA) of 25%, and FPU Yield of 1.57 times, higher than FPU spent on immobilization or Net PFU Yield of 2.81 times. The latex increased stability and resistance of the drops but did not improve the FPU/gram of derivative.
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- D. F. Silva
- Biological Science Department, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Avenida Dom Antônio, 2100 Bairro, Parque Universitário, 19806-900 Assis, SP, Brazil
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- Biological Science Department, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Avenida Dom Antônio, 2100 Bairro, Parque Universitário, 19806-900 Assis, SP, Brazil
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- Biological Science Department, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Avenida Dom Antônio, 2100 Bairro, Parque Universitário, 19806-900 Assis, SP, Brazil
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- Biological Science Department, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Avenida Dom Antônio, 2100 Bairro, Parque Universitário, 19806-900 Assis, SP, Brazil
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- Bioprocess & Biotechnology Department, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Rod. Araraquara-Jaú Km 1 Bairro, Machados, 14800-901 Araraquara, SP, Brazil
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- Biological Science Department, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Avenida Dom Antônio, 2100 Bairro, Parque Universitário, 19806-900 Assis, SP, Brazil
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Watthanaphanit A, Rujiravanit R. Sericin-binded-deprotenized natural rubber film containing chitin whiskers as elasto-gel dressing. Int J Biol Macromol 2017; 101:417-426. [PMID: 28322960 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2017.03.094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2016] [Revised: 03/09/2017] [Accepted: 03/17/2017] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Here, we aims to demonstrate a simple concept in biomaterials design by using natural resources solely as raw materials to fabricate elastic wound care dressing. Elasto-gel films comprise of silk sericin (SRC), natural rubber (NR), and chitin whisker (CTW) were developed. A glue-like protein SRC found in silk cocoons is beneficial for the treatment of wounds due to its superior skin moisturizing ability. However, the pure SRC film is generally difficult to be fabricated because of its weak structural feature. This limitation was overcome by using NR as a binder which consecutively rendered elasticity and strength of the films. CTW was chosen as another component to promote ability of the films for tissue restoration. Before the film formation, protein in the natural rubber latex (NRL) was removed to avoid allergic and cytotoxic problems. The enzyme-treated NR/SRC (ETNR/SRC) films having different blend compositions were fabricated by solution casting technique. The highest amount of the SRC to gain an easy to handle ETNR/SRC film was 30%. The ETNR/SRC/CTW films having 20% SRC were fabricated and studied in comparison. Essential properties of the films as elastic wound care dressings were investigated and effect of the materials chemistry on the observed properties were discussed.
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- Anyarat Watthanaphanit
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Nakhon Pathom 73170, Thailand.
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- The Petroleum and Petrochemical College, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand; Center for Petroleum, Petrochemicals, and Advanced Materials, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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Pamfil D, Vasile C, Tarţău L, Vereştiuc L, Poiată A. pH-Responsive 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate/citraconic anhydride–modified collagen hydrogels as ciprofloxacin carriers for wound dressings. J BIOACT COMPAT POL 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/0883911516684653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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pH-Sensitive hydrogels of 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate/citraconic anhydride–modified collagen were obtained by free radical copolymerization/crosslinking in the presence of ammonium persulfate/ N,N,N′, N′-tetramethylethylenediamine redox initiator system. Their pH-responsiveness was demonstrated by swelling behavior and ciprofloxacin release tests. Both unloaded and loaded hydrogels were characterized by Fourier transform infrared, scanning electron microscopy, and biocompatibility tests. The enzymatic degradation in the presence of Clostridium histolyticum mainly depends on initiator content. In vivo biocompatibility tests involving intraperitoneal hydrogels’ implantation in rats following the analysis by the granuloma test, leukocyte formula, immune parameters, and hepatic transaminases demonstrated their non-toxicity and biocompatibility with living tissues. The in vitro antimicrobial activity, in vivo biocompatibility, and in vitro biodegradability tests attest the possibility to use these new polymeric hydrogels with tailored properties as matrices for bioactive products in medical and pharmaceutical applications as wound care and targeting drug delivery systems. The ciprofloxacin release studies proved their potential as materials for wound dressings.
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- Daniela Pamfil
- Department of Physical Chemistry of Polymers, “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Romanian Academy, Iaşi, Romania
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- Department of Physical Chemistry of Polymers, “Petru Poni” Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Romanian Academy, Iaşi, Romania
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- Department of Pharmacology-Algesiology, Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iaşi, Romania
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Medical Bioengineering, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iaşi, Romania
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- Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iaşi, Romania
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Chitosan based films as supports for dual antimicrobial release. Carbohydr Polym 2016; 146:402-10. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2016.03.064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2015] [Revised: 03/21/2016] [Accepted: 03/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Diclofenac Potassium Transdermal Patches Using Natural Rubber Latex Biomembranes as Carrier. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015. [DOI: 10.1155/2015/807948] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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The aim of this study was to design a compound transdermal patch containing diclofenac potassium (Dic-K) using natural rubber latex (NRL) biomembrane. The NRL from Hevea brasiliensis is easily manipulated and low cost and presents high mechanical resistance. It is a biocompatible material which can stimulate natural angiogenesis and is capable of adhering cells on its surface. Recent researches have used the NRL for Transdermal Drug Delivery Systems (TDDSs). Dic-K is used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis and pain relief for postoperative and posttraumatic cases, as well as inflammation and edema. Results showed that the biomembrane can release Dic-K for up to 216 hours. The kinetics of the Dic-K release could be fitted with double exponential function. X-ray diffraction and Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy show some interaction by hydrogen bound. The results indicated the potential of the compound patch.
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