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Lukova P, Katsarov P. Contemporary Aspects of Designing Marine Polysaccharide Microparticles as Drug Carriers for Biomedical Application. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2126. [PMID: 37631340 PMCID: PMC10458623 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15082126] [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: 06/22/2023] [Revised: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/27/2023] Open
Abstract
The main goal of modern pharmaceutical technology is to create new drug formulations that are safer and more effective. These formulations should allow targeted drug delivery, improved drug stability and bioavailability, fewer side effects, and reduced drug toxicity. One successful approach for achieving these objectives is using polymer microcarriers for drug delivery. They are effective for treating various diseases through different administration routes. When creating pharmaceutical systems, choosing the right drug carrier is crucial. Biomaterials have become increasingly popular over the past few decades due to their lack of toxicity, renewable sources, and affordability. Marine polysaccharides, in particular, have been widely used as substitutes for synthetic polymers in drug carrier applications. Their inherent properties, such as biodegradability and biocompatibility, make marine polysaccharide-based microcarriers a prospective platform for developing drug delivery systems. This review paper explores the principles of microparticle design using marine polysaccharides as drug carriers. By reviewing the current literature, the paper highlights the challenges of formulating polymer microparticles, and proposes various technological solutions. It also outlines future perspectives for developing marine polysaccharides as drug microcarriers.
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- Paolina Lukova
- Department of Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria;
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- Research Institute at Medical University of Plovdiv, 4002 Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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Özdal ZD, Gültekin Y, Vural İ, Takka S. Development and characterization of polymeric nanoparticles containing ondansetron hydrochloride as a hydrophilic drug. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2022.103599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Chavda VP, Jogi G, Shah N, Athalye MN, Bamaniya N, K Vora L, Cláudia Paiva-Santos A. Advanced particulate carrier-mediated technologies for nasal drug delivery. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2022.103569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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Multiple Roles of Chitosan in Mucosal Drug Delivery: An Updated Review. Mar Drugs 2022; 20:md20050335. [PMID: 35621986 PMCID: PMC9146108 DOI: 10.3390/md20050335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2022] [Revised: 05/18/2022] [Accepted: 05/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Chitosan (CS) is a linear polysaccharide obtained by the deacetylation of chitin, which, after cellulose, is the second biopolymer most abundant in nature, being the primary component of the exoskeleton of crustaceans and insects. Since joining the pharmaceutical field, in the early 1990s, CS attracted great interest, which has constantly increased over the years, due to its several beneficial and favorable features, including large availability, biocompatibility, biodegradability, non-toxicity, simplicity of chemical modifications, mucoadhesion and permeation enhancer power, joined to its capability of forming films, hydrogels and micro- and nanoparticles. Moreover, its cationic character, which renders it unique among biodegradable polymers, is responsible for the ability of CS to strongly interact with different types of molecules and for its intrinsic antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and hemostatic activities. However, its pH-dependent solubility and susceptibility to ions presence may represent serious drawbacks and require suitable strategies to be overcome. Presently, CS and its derivatives are widely investigated for a great variety of pharmaceutical applications, particularly in drug delivery. Among the alternative routes to overcome the problems related to the classic oral drug administration, the mucosal route is becoming the favorite non-invasive delivery pathway. This review aims to provide an updated overview of the applications of CS and its derivatives in novel formulations intended for different methods of mucosal drug delivery.
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Henriques P, Fortuna A, Doktorovová S. Spray dried powders for nasal delivery: Process and formulation considerations. Eur J Pharm Biopharm 2022; 176:1-20. [PMID: 35568256 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejpb.2022.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2022] [Revised: 04/27/2022] [Accepted: 05/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Powders for nasal delivery have been recognized as advantageous dosage forms over liquids due to increased stability and residence time on nasal mucosa, with improved bioavailability. They can be manufactured by spray-drying, allowing the optimization of the particle properties that are critical to guarantee nasal deposition, as size and shape. It is also a scalable and flexible method already explored extensively in the pharmaceutical industry. However, it is important to understand how process parameters, particle physical properties and formulation considerations affect the product performance. Hence, this review aims to provide an overview of nasal powder formulation and processing through spray drying, with an emphasis on the variables that impact on performance. To this purpose, we describe the physical, biological and pharmacological phenomena prior to drug absorption as well as the most relevant powder properties. Formulation considerations including qualitative and quantitative composition are then reviewed, as well as manufacturing considerations including spray drying relevant parameters.
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- Patrícia Henriques
- Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra, Pólo das Ciências da Saúde, Azinhaga de Santa Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal; R&D, Drug Product Development, Hovione FarmaCiencia SA, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra, Pólo das Ciências da Saúde, Azinhaga de Santa Comba, 3000-548 Coimbra, Portugal; University of Coimbra, Coimbra Institute for Biomedical Imaging and Translational Research, Coimbra, Portugal
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Zhou J, Chen Y, Luo M, Deng F, Lin S, Wu W, Li G, Nan K. Dual cross-linked chitosan microspheres formulated with spray-drying technique for the sustained release of levofloxacin. Drug Dev Ind Pharm 2019; 45:568-576. [PMID: 30652515 DOI: 10.1080/03639045.2019.1569025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Jing Zhou
- Eye Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Eye Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Eye Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Eye Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Eye Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Binzhou Medical University, Yantan, China
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- Eye Hospital, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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Chemical cross-linking: A feasible approach to prolong doxylamine/pyridoxine release from spray-dried chitosan microspheres. Eur J Pharm Sci 2018; 123:387-394. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2018.07.059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2018] [Revised: 07/25/2018] [Accepted: 07/31/2018] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Yang TT, Wen BF, Liu K, Qin M, Gao YY, Ding DJ, Li WT, Zhang YX, Zhang WF. Cyclosporine A/porous quaternized chitosan microspheres as a novel pulmonary drug delivery system. ARTIFICIAL CELLS NANOMEDICINE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY 2018; 46:552-564. [PMID: 29688042 DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2018.1463231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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- Ting-Ting Yang
- College of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
- Shandong New Time Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd, Linyi, Shandong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
- Department of Emergency, Heze Municipal Hospital, Heze, Shandong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
- Jewim Pharmaceutical (Shandong) Co., Taian, Shandong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
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- College of Clinical Medicine, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
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- Department of Pathology, Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, Shandong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Weifang Medical University, Weifang, Shandong, China
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Prajapati VD, Jani GK, Kapadia JR. Current knowledge on biodegradable microspheres in drug delivery. Expert Opin Drug Deliv 2015; 12:1283-99. [DOI: 10.1517/17425247.2015.1015985] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Chitosan in nasal delivery systems for therapeutic drugs. J Control Release 2014; 190:189-200. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2014.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 273] [Impact Index Per Article: 27.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2014] [Revised: 04/25/2014] [Accepted: 05/02/2014] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Fortuna A, Alves G, Serralheiro A, Sousa J, Falcão A. Intranasal delivery of systemic-acting drugs: Small-molecules and biomacromolecules. Eur J Pharm Biopharm 2014; 88:8-27. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejpb.2014.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 111] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2013] [Revised: 01/14/2014] [Accepted: 03/10/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Kumar A, Pandey AN, Jain SK. Nasal-nanotechnology: revolution for efficient therapeutics delivery. Drug Deliv 2014; 23:681-93. [PMID: 24901207 DOI: 10.3109/10717544.2014.920431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 87] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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CONTEXT In recent years, nanotechnology-based delivery systems have gained interest to overcome the problems of restricted absorption of therapeutic agents from the nasal cavity, depending upon the physicochemical properties of the drug and physiological properties of the human nose. OBJECTIVE The well-tolerated and non-invasive nasal drug delivery when combined with the nanotechnology-based novel formulations and carriers, opens the way for the effective systemic and brain targeting delivery of various therapeutic agents. To accomplish competent drug delivery, it is imperative to recognize the interactions among the nanomaterials and the nasal biological environment, targeting cell-surface receptors, drug release, multiple drug administration, stability of therapeutic agents and molecular mechanisms of cell signaling involved in patho-biology of the disease under consideration. METHODS Quite a few systems have been successfully formulated using nanomaterials for intranasal (IN) delivery. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs), chitosan, polylactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) and PLGA-based nanosystems have also been studied in vitro and in vivo for the delivery of several therapeutic agents which shown promising concentrations in the brain after nasal administration. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION The use of nanomaterials including peptide-based nanotubes and nanogels (NGs) for vaccine delivery via nasal route is a new approach to control the disease progression. In this review, the recent developments in nanotechnology utilized for nasal drug delivery have been discussed.
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- Amrish Kumar
- a Department of Pharmaceutics , Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University) , Bilaspur , Chhattisgarh , India
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- a Department of Pharmaceutics , Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University) , Bilaspur , Chhattisgarh , India
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- a Department of Pharmaceutics , Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University) , Bilaspur , Chhattisgarh , India
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Christofaki M, Papaioannou A. Ondansetron: a review of pharmacokinetics and clinical experience in postoperative nausea and vomiting. Expert Opin Drug Metab Toxicol 2014; 10:437-44. [PMID: 24471415 DOI: 10.1517/17425255.2014.882317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is associated with poor patient satisfaction and delayed recovery after general anesthesia. Multiple neurotransmitters are involved in the mediation of PONV but despite the introduction of new antiemetics, no completely effective drug exists for its prevention or treatment. AREAS COVERED This review provides a detailed description of ondansetron's chemistry, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, toxicity and a brief review of clinical trials involving ondansetron and the management of PONV. We searched reviews, meta-analysis and randomized controlled trials (Medline, Embase and article reference lists). EXPERT OPINION According to current literature, administering ondansetron 4 mg i.v. near the end of surgery provides sufficient protection against PONV in low- and moderate-risk patients, comparable to traditional antiemetics such as antihistamines and droperidol. High-risk patients require a multimodal approach since one quarter of them will not respond to monotherapy. In the future, transdermal formulation or formulations for nasal or buccal delivery will be available. The development of non-racemic mixture consisting of R-ondansetron would enhance the safety profile and probably the efficacy too.
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- M Christofaki
- University Hospital of Heraklion, Department of Anesthesiology , P.O. Box 1352, 71110, Crete , Greece
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Abdel Mouez M, Zaki NM, Mansour S, Geneidi AS. Bioavailability enhancement of verapamil HCl via intranasal chitosan microspheres. Eur J Pharm Sci 2013; 51:59-66. [PMID: 23999035 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2013.08.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2013] [Revised: 08/19/2013] [Accepted: 08/20/2013] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Chitosan microspheres are potential drug carriers for maximizing nasal residence time, circumventing rapid mucociliary clearance and enhancing nasal absorption. The aim of the present study was to develop and characterize chitosan mucoadhesive microspheres of verapamil hydrochloride (VRP) for intranasal delivery as an alternative to oral VRP which suffers low bioavailability (20%) due to extensive first pass effect. The microspheres were produced using a spray-drying and precipitation techniques and characterized for morphology (scanning electron microscopy), particle size (laser diffraction method), drug entrapment efficiency, thermal behavior (differential scanning calorimetry) and crystallinity (X-ray diffractometric studies) as well as in vitro drug release. Bioavailability of nasal VRP microspheres was studied in rabbits and the results were compared to those obtained after nasal, oral and intravenous administration of VRP solution. Results demonstrated that the microspheres were spherical with size 21-53 μm suitable for nasal deposition. The spray-drying technique was superior over precipitation technique in providing higher VRP entrapment efficiency and smaller burst release followed by a more sustained one over 6h. The bioavailability study demonstrated that the nasal microspheres exhibited a significantly higher bioavailability (58.6%) than nasal solution of VRP (47.8%) and oral VRP solution (13%). In conclusion, the chitosan-based nasal VRP microspheres are promising for enhancing VRP bioavailability by increasing the nasal residence time and avoiding the first-pass metabolism of the drug substance.
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- Mamdouh Abdel Mouez
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University, Abbassia, Cairo, Egypt; Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, Future University, El-Tagamoa El-Khames, Cairo, Egypt
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Wang LC, Di LQ, Liu R, Wu H. Characterizations and microsphere formulation of polysaccharide from the marine clam (Mactra veneriformis). Carbohydr Polym 2013; 92:106-13. [DOI: 10.1016/j.carbpol.2012.08.084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2012] [Revised: 08/06/2012] [Accepted: 08/23/2012] [Indexed: 01/25/2023]
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Sezer AD, Cevher E. Topical drug delivery using chitosan nano- and microparticles. Expert Opin Drug Deliv 2012; 9:1129-46. [DOI: 10.1517/17425247.2012.702752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Ozsoy Y, Güngör S. Nasal route: an alternative approach for antiemetic drug delivery. Expert Opin Drug Deliv 2012; 8:1439-53. [PMID: 22004793 DOI: 10.1517/17425247.2011.607437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Antiemetic drugs are used in the treatment of nausea and emesis. Development of novel delivery systems for antiemetic drugs, as an alternative to conventional preparations, is important in terms of good patient compliance and improving bioavailability. The nasal route offers unique superiorities, such as fast and high drug absorption, and high patient compliance. Therefore, a considerable amount of research has been carried out on the development of nasal delivery systems for antiemetic drugs. AREAS COVERED This review deals with the importance of nasal delivery of antiemetic drugs and the studies performed on this subject. The first part of this review summarizes the properties of the nasal route, its advantages and limitations, parameters affecting drug absorption through nasal mucosa, nasal passage pathways and general approaches to improve nasal transport. The second part reviews the studies conducted on the development of nasal delivery systems. EXPERT OPINION Due to its superiorities, the nasal route could be considered as an attractive alternative to oral and parenteral routes. To overcome the barrier properties of the nasal epithelium and to enhance transport of antiemetic drugs, several approaches, including permeation enhancers, in situ gel formulations and micro- and nanoparticulate systems, have been evaluated. The results obtained are promising and indicate that nasal formulations of some antiemetic drugs may enter the market in the near future.
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- Yildiz Ozsoy
- Istanbul University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Istanbul, Turkey.
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Akala EO, Wiriyacoonkasem P, Pan G. Studies on in vitro availability, degradation, and thermal properties of naltrexone-loaded biodegradable microspheres. Drug Dev Ind Pharm 2011; 37:673-84. [PMID: 21449706 DOI: 10.3109/03639045.2010.535540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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PURPOSE Following the report that continuous exposure of naltrexone (NTX) to drug-dependent pregnant women is safe and effective, the work was designed to develop NTX-loaded controlled delivery systems capable of making NTX available from 1 month to 4 months or greater by a single parenteral administration. Such drug-delivery systems will be useful in alleviating problems such as fetal alcohol syndrome in pregnant women and other problems associated with alcoholism. METHODS These studies were designed to investigate in vitro drug availability and microsphere degradation (investigated by gel permeation chromatography (GPC) peak areas of water-soluble fragments released into incubation medium, changes in molecular weight with degradation time, and changes in the glass transition temperature with degradation time) of NTX-loaded poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) (PDLLAGA) microspheres. RESULTS Data showed that in vitro drug availability and degradation were affected by the initial molecular weight of the copolymers, the type of copolymers (lactide-co-glycolide ratio), the source of the polymer (the manufacturer), and the nature of the drug (anhydrous versus regular NTX). CONCLUSION Drug-development scientists interested in NTX-loaded microspheres for the design of controlled release devices using these polyesters should take adequate cognizance of the variables that affect drug availability from NTX-loaded microspheres. The copolymers are suitable for the fabrication of NTX-loaded microspheres capable of sustained drug release from 30 to 150 days.
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- Emmamuel O Akala
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences/Center for Drug Research and Development (CDRD), School of Pharmacy, Howard University, Washington DC, USA.
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Balmayor ER, Azevedo HS, Reis RL. Controlled delivery systems: from pharmaceuticals to cells and genes. Pharm Res 2011; 28:1241-58. [PMID: 21424163 DOI: 10.1007/s11095-011-0392-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2010] [Accepted: 02/03/2011] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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During the last few decades, a fair amount of scientific investigation has focused on developing novel and efficient drug delivery systems. According to different clinical needs, specific biopharmaceutical carriers have been proposed. Micro- and nanoparticulated systems, membranes and films, gels and even microelectronic chips have been successfully applied in order to deliver biopharmaceuticals via different anatomical routes. The ultimate goal is to deliver the potential drugs to target tissues, where regeneration or therapies (chemotherapy, antibiotics, and analgesics) are needed. Thereby, the bioactive molecule should be protected against environmental degradation. Delivery should be achieved in a dose- and time-correct manner. Drug delivery systems (DDS) have been conceived to provide improvements in drug administration such as ability to enhance the stability, absorption and therapeutic concentration of the molecules in combination with a long-term and controlled release of the drug. Moreover, the adverse effects related with some drugs can be reduced, and patient compliance could be improved. Recent advances in biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences, molecular biology, polymer chemistry and nanotechnology are now opening up exciting possibilities in the field of DDS. However, it is also recognized that there are several key obstacles to overcome in bringing such approaches into routine clinical use. This review describes the present state-of-the-art DDS, with examples of current clinical applications, and the promises and challenges for the future in this innovative field.
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- Elizabeth Rosado Balmayor
- 3B's Research Group-Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine, University of Minho, AvePark, 4806-909 Taipas, Guimarães, Portugal.
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Liu YH, Zhu X, Zhou D, Jin Y, Zhao CY, Zhang ZR, Huang Y. pH-Sensitive and mucoadhesive microspheres for duodenum-specific drug delivery system. Drug Dev Ind Pharm 2011; 37:868-74. [DOI: 10.3109/03639045.2010.546801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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