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Raut S, Azheruddin M, Kumar R, Singh S, Giram PS, Datta D. Lecithin Organogel: A Promising Carrier for the Treatment of Skin Diseases. ACS OMEGA 2024; 9:9865-9885. [PMID: 38463343 PMCID: PMC10918684 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c05563] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024]
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Skin is the largest organ of the human body, as it protects the body from the external environment. Nowadays, skin diseases and skin problems are more common, and millions of people are affected daily. Skin diseases are due to numerous infectious pathogens or inflammatory conditions. The increasing demand for theoretical research and practical applications has led to the rising prominence of gel as a semisolid material. To this end, organogels has been widely explored due to their unique composition, which includes organic solvents and mineral or vegetable oils, among others. Organogels can be described as semisolid systems wherein an organic liquid phase is confined within a three-dimensional framework consisting of self-assembled, cross-linked, or entangled gelator fibers. These gels have the ability to undergo significant expansion and retain substantial amounts of the liquid phase, reaching up to 99% swelling capacity. Furthermore, they respond to a range of physical and chemical stimuli, including temperature, light, pH, and mechanical deformation. Notably, due to their distinctive properties, they have aroused significant interest in a variety of practical applications. Organogels favor the significant encapsulation and enhanced permeation of hydrophobic molecules when compared with hydrogels. Accordingly, organogels are characterized into lecithin organogels, pluronic lecithin organogels, sorbitan monostearate-based organogels, and eudragit organogels, among others, based on the nature of their network and the solvent system. Lecithin organogels contain lecithin (natural and safe as a living cell component) as an organogelator. It acts as a good penetration enhancer. In this review, first we have summarized the fundamental concepts related to the elemental structure of organogels, including their various forms, distinctive features, methods of manufacture, and diverse applications. Nonetheless, this review also sheds light on the delivery of therapeutic molecules entrapped in the lecithin organogel system into deep tissue for the management of skin diseases and provides a synopsis of their clinical applications.
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- Sushil Raut
- Department
of Pharmaceutics, Dr. DY Patil Institute
of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra 411018, India
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- Department
of Pharmaceutics, Dr. DY Patil Institute
of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra 411018, India
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- Lloyd
Institute of Management and Technology, Plot No. 11, Knowledge Park-II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306, India
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- Lloyd
Institute of Management and Technology, Plot No. 11, Knowledge Park-II, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306, India
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- Department
of Pharmaceutics, Dr. DY Patil Institute
of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pimpri, Pune, Maharashtra 411018, India
- Department
of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University at
Buffalo, The State University of New York, Buffalo, New York 14260, United States
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- Department
of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka 576104, India
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Manginstar CO, Tallei TE, Niode NJ, Salaki CL, Hessel SS. Therapeutic potential of propolis in alleviating inflammatory response and promoting wound healing in skin burn. Phytother Res 2024; 38:856-879. [PMID: 38084816 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.8092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2023] [Revised: 10/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 02/15/2024]
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Burns can cause inflammation and delayed healing, necessitating alternative therapies due to the limitations of conventional treatments. Propolis, a natural bee-produced substance, has shown promise in facilitating burn healing. This literature review provides a comprehensive overview of propolis' mechanisms of action, wound-healing properties, and its application in treating skin burns. Propolis contains bioactive compounds with antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a promising candidate for managing skin burn injuries. It helps prevent infections, neutralize harmful free radicals, and promote a well-balanced inflammatory response. Moreover, propolis aids in wound closure, tissue regeneration, collagen synthesis, cellular proliferation, and angiogenesis, contributing to tissue regeneration and remodeling. The article discusses various propolis extracts, extraction methods, chemical composition, and optimized formulations like ointments and creams for burn wound treatment. Considerations regarding dosage and safety are addressed. Further research is needed to fully understand propolis' mechanisms, determine optimal formulations, and establish suitable clinical dosages. Nevertheless, propolis' natural origin and demonstrated benefits make it a compelling avenue for burn care exploration, potentially complementing existing therapies and improving burn management outcomes.
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Grants
- 158/E5/PG.02.00.PL/2023 Directorate of Research, Technology, and Community Engagement at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, Republic of Indonesia
- 1803/UN12.13/LT/2023 Directorate of Research, Technology, and Community Engagement at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, Republic of Indonesia
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- Christian Oktavianus Manginstar
- Entomology Study Program, Postgraduate Program, Sam Ratulangi University, Manado, Indonesia
- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University, Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou Central General Hospital, Manado, Indonesia
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Sam Ratulangi University, Manado, Indonesia
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University, Manado, Indonesia
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- Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University, Prof. Dr. R. D. Kandou Central General Hospital, Manado, Indonesia
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- Plant Protection Study Program, Faculty of Agriculture, Sam Ratulangi University, Manado, Indonesia
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- Indonesia Biodiversity and Biogeography Research Institute (INABIG), Bandung, Indonesia
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Chauhan S, Jhawat V, Singh RP, Yadav A, Garg V. Design, Development and In-Vitro Characterization of Insulin Loaded Topical Pluronic-Lecithin Based Organogel Formulation for the Management of Diabetic Wound. RECENT ADVANCES IN DRUG DELIVERY AND FORMULATION 2024; 18:50-60. [PMID: 38284692 DOI: 10.2174/0126673878279693231227081931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Revised: 11/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
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AIM To develop and characterize the topical insulin-loaded organogel formulation for the management of diabetic wounds. OBJECTIVES To formulate and evaluate organogel of insulin that can serve as a topical administration for promoting enhanced wound healing in diabetic patients by providing sustained and localized delivery of drug to the wound site. METHODOLOGY The insulin organogel formulated by the micro-emulsion method involves mixing the "aqueous and oil phases" at high shear. Physical and chemical properties, as well as an in vitro study with a Franz diffusion chamber, were used to evaluate the prepared organogel. RESULTS All formulations proved to be off-white, homogeneous, washable, and had a pH between 6 and 6.5; moreover, they were non-irritating and skin-compatible. Formulations F1-F6 had viscosity ranging from 2058 to 3168 cps, spreadability ranges of 0.35 to 0.52 g*cm/s, and gel transition ranges of 28.33 to 35.33 °C. In formulations F1-F3, the concentration of lecithin was gradually increased, and in formulations F4-F6, the concentration of PF-127 was increased, resulting in a decrease in gel transition temperature, an increase in viscosity, and a gradual change in spreadability. The higher-viscosity formulations were much more stable and had better drug release. All formulations were fitted to a kinetic model belonging to first-order kinetics. However, after examining the parameter evaluation, it was found that the formulations F2 and F6 were better suited to the kinetic model and were consistent with the first-order and Higuchi models in Korsmeyer-Peppas F2 (r2 = 0.9544 and n = 1.0412); F6 (r2 = 0.9019 and n = 1.0822), which was a confirmation of the sustainability of the release system with matrix diffusion and drug delivery mechanisms that were based on the Super-Case II transport. CONCLUSION Further research and clinical trials are needed to validate its efficacy, optimize the formulation, and establish its long-term safety. Topical insulin organogel has the potential to revolutionize diabetic wound management by improving healing outcomes, reducing complications, and raising the standard of living for those who have diabetes.
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- Sunita Chauhan
- Department of Pharmaceutical Science, School of Medical and Allied Science, GD Goenka University, Gurugram, Haryana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science, School of Medical and Allied Science, GD Goenka University, Gurugram, Haryana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science, School of Medical and Allied Science, GD Goenka University, Gurugram, Haryana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science, School of Medical and Allied Science, GD Goenka University, Gurugram, Haryana, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Science, MD University, Rohtak, Haryana, India
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Nikam AN, Roy A, Raychaudhuri R, Navti PD, Soman S, Kulkarni S, Shirur KS, Pandey A, Mutalik S. Organogels: "GelVolution" in Topical Drug Delivery - Present and Beyond. Curr Pharm Des 2024; 30:489-518. [PMID: 38757691 DOI: 10.2174/0113816128279479231231092905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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Topical drug delivery holds immense significance in dermatological treatments due to its non-invasive nature and direct application to the target site. Organogels, a promising class of topical drug delivery systems, have acquired substantial attention for enhancing drug delivery efficiency. This review article aims to explore the advantages of organogels, including enhanced drug solubility, controlled release, improved skin penetration, non-greasy formulations, and ease of application. The mechanism of organogel permeation into the skin is discussed, along with formulation strategies, which encompass the selection of gelling agents, cogelling agents, and additives while considering the influence of temperature and pH on gel formation. Various types of organogelators and organogels and their properties, such as viscoelasticity, non-birefringence, thermal stability, and optical clarity, are presented. Moreover, the biomedical applications of organogels in targeting skin cancer, anti-inflammatory drug delivery, and antifungal drug delivery are discussed. Characterization parameters, biocompatibility, safety considerations, and future directions in optimizing skin permeation, ensuring long-term stability, addressing regulatory challenges, and exploring potential combination therapies are thoroughly examined. Overall, this review highlights the immense potential of organogels in redefining topical drug delivery and their significant impact on the field of dermatological treatments, thus paving the way for exciting prospects in the domain.
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- Ajinkya Nitin Nikam
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal 576104, Karnataka State, India
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Gupta P, Singh A, Singh N, Ali F, Tyagi A, Shanmugam SK. Healing Potential of Propolis Extract– Passiflora edulis Seed Oil Emulgel Against Excisional Wound: Biochemical, Histopathological, and Cytokines Level Evidence. Assay Drug Dev Technol 2022; 20:300-316. [DOI: 10.1089/adt.2022.075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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- Puneet Gupta
- Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Amity University, Noida, India
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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- Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority, Gaborone, Botswana
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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- I.T.S. College of Pharmacy (Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow), Ghaziabad, India
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The Influence of Tea Tree Oil on Antifungal Activity and Pharmaceutical Characteristics of Pluronic ® F-127 Gel Formulations with Ketoconazole. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms222111326. [PMID: 34768755 PMCID: PMC8582737 DOI: 10.3390/ijms222111326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2021] [Revised: 10/18/2021] [Accepted: 10/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Fungal skin infections are currently a major clinical problem due to their increased occurrence and drug resistance. The treatment of fungal skin infections is based on monotherapy or polytherapy using the synergy of the therapeutic substances. Tea tree oil (TTO) may be a valuable addition to the traditional antifungal drugs due to its antifungal and anti-inflammatory activity. Ketoconazole (KTZ) is an imidazole antifungal agent commonly used as a treatment for dermatological fungal infections. The use of hydrogels and organogel-based formulations has been increasing for the past few years, due to the easy method of preparation and long-term stability of the product. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to design and characterize different types of Pluronic® F-127 gel formulations containing KTZ and TTO as local delivery systems that can be applied in cases of skin fungal infections. The influence of TTO addition on the textural, rheological, and bioadhesive properties of the designed formulations was examined. Moreover, the in vitro release of KTZ, its permeation through artificial skin, and antifungal activity by the agar diffusion method were performed. It was found that obtained gel formulations were non-Newtonian systems, showing a shear-thinning behaviour and thixotropic properties with adequate textural features such as hardness, compressibility, and adhesiveness. Furthermore, the designed preparations with TTO were characterized by beneficial bioadhesive properties. The presence of TTO improved the penetration and retention of KTZ through the artificial skin membrane and this effect was particularly visible in hydrogel formulation. The developed gels containing TTO can be considered as favourable formulations in terms of drug release and antifungal activity.
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Bayer G, Grasselli S, Malchiodi A, Bayer IS. Antiseptic povidone-iodine encapsulating edible phospholipid gels. Colloids Surf A Physicochem Eng Asp 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfa.2021.126537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Kamel R, Elmotasem H, Abdelsalam E, Salama A. Lepidium sativum seed oil 3D nano-oleogel for the management of diabetic wounds: GC/MS analysis, in-vitro and in-vivo studies. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2021.102504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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Olive Oil/Pluronic Oleogels for Skin Delivery of Quercetin: In Vitro Characterization and Ex Vivo Skin Permeability. Polymers (Basel) 2021; 13:polym13111808. [PMID: 34072642 PMCID: PMC8198417 DOI: 10.3390/polym13111808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Revised: 05/24/2021] [Accepted: 05/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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The main objective of this study was to prepare and characterize oleogel as potential carrier for quercetin skin delivery. The formulations were prepared by adding olive oil (5-30%) to Pluronic F127 hydrogel and were evaluated for particle size, zeta potential, viscosity in vitro quercetin release and stability, and were compared with that of Pluronic F127 hydrogel. The selected formulation was characterized for its interaction possibility, ex vivo skin permeation and skin histological changes and safety. The particle sizes ranged from 345.3 ± 5.3 nm to 401.5 ± 2.8 nm, and possessed negative charges. The viscosities of the formulations were found in the range of 6367-4823 cps with inverse proportionality to olive oil percentage while the higher percentages showed higher quercetin release. Percentages of 25% and 30% olive oil showed instability pattern under the conditions of accelerated stability studies. Differential scanning calorimetry verified the existence of quercetin in micellar aggregation and the network in the case of hydrogel and oleogel respectively. Ex vivo skin permeation showed an improved skin permeation of quercetin when 20% olive oil containing oleogel was used. Skin histology after 10 days of application showed stratum corneum disruption and good safety profile. Based on these findings, the proposed oleogel containing 20% olive oil denotes a potential carrier for topical delivery of quercetin.
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Kupnik K, Primožič M, Kokol V, Leitgeb M. Nanocellulose in Drug Delivery and Antimicrobially Active Materials. Polymers (Basel) 2020; 12:E2825. [PMID: 33261198 PMCID: PMC7760654 DOI: 10.3390/polym12122825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2020] [Revised: 11/25/2020] [Accepted: 11/26/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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In recent years, nanocellulose (NC) has also attracted a great deal of attention in drug delivery systems due to its unique physical properties, specific surface area, low risk of cytotoxicity, and excellent biological properties. This review is focused on nanocellulose based systems acting as carriers to be used in drug or antimicrobial delivery by providing different but controlled and sustained release of drugs or antimicrobial agents, respectively, thus showing potential for different routes of applications and administration. Microorganisms are increasingly resistant to antibiotics, and because, generally, the used metal or metal oxide nanoparticles at some concentration have toxic effects, more research has focused on finding biocompatible antimicrobial agents that have been obtained from natural sources. Our review contains the latest research from the last five years that tested nanocellulose-based materials in the field of drug delivery and antimicrobial activity.
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- Kaja Kupnik
- Laboratory for Separation Processes and Product Design, Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova ulica 17, SI-2000 Maribor, Slovenia; (K.K.); (M.P.)
- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova ulica 17, SI-2000 Maribor, Slovenia;
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- Laboratory for Separation Processes and Product Design, Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova ulica 17, SI-2000 Maribor, Slovenia; (K.K.); (M.P.)
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- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova ulica 17, SI-2000 Maribor, Slovenia;
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- Laboratory for Separation Processes and Product Design, Faculty of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Maribor, Smetanova ulica 17, SI-2000 Maribor, Slovenia; (K.K.); (M.P.)
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Maribor, Taborska ulica 8, SI-2000 Maribor, Slovenia
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Stojko M, Włodarczyk J, Sobota M, Karpeta-Jarząbek P, Pastusiak M, Janeczek H, Dobrzyński P, Starczynowska G, Orchel A, Stojko J, Batoryna O, Olczyk P, Komosińska-Vassev K, Olczyk K, Kasperczyk J. Biodegradable Electrospun Nonwovens Releasing Propolis as a Promising Dressing Material for Burn Wound Treatment. Pharmaceutics 2020; 12:pharmaceutics12090883. [PMID: 32957509 PMCID: PMC7558515 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics12090883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2020] [Revised: 09/10/2020] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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The selection of dressing is crucial for the wound healing process. Traditional dressings protect against contamination and mechanical damage of an injured tissue. Alternatives for standard dressings are regenerating systems containing a polymer with an incorporated active compound. The aim of this research was to obtain a biodegradable wound dressing releasing propolis in a controlled manner throughout the healing process. Dressings were obtained by electrospinning a poly(lactide-co-glycolide) copolymer (PLGA) and propolis solution. The experiment consisted of in vitro drug release studies and in vivo macroscopic treatment evaluation. In in vitro studies released active compounds, the morphology of nonwovens, chemical composition changes of polymeric material during degradation process, weight loss and water absorption were determined. For in vivo research, four domestic pigs, were used. The 21-day experiment consisted of observation of healing third-degree burn wounds supplied with PLGA 85/15 nonwovens without active compound, with 5 wt % and 10 wt % of propolis, and wounds rinsed with NaCl. The in vitro experiment showed that controlling the molar ratio of lactidyl to glycolidyl units in the PLGA copolymer gives the opportunity to change the release profile of propolis from the nonwoven. The in vivo research showed that PLGA nonwovens with propolis may be a promising dressing material in the treatment of severe burn wounds.
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- Mateusz Stojko
- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
- Department of Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jedności 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (G.S.); (A.O.)
- Correspondence:
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
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- Department of Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jedności 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (G.S.); (A.O.)
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- Department of Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jedności 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (G.S.); (A.O.)
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- Department of Toxicology and Bioanalysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Ostrogórska 30, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland;
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- Department of Community Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Kasztanowa 2, 41-205 Sosnowiec, Poland; (O.B.); (P.O.)
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- Department of Community Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Kasztanowa 2, 41-205 Sosnowiec, Poland; (O.B.); (P.O.)
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- Department of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jedności 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (K.K.-V.); (K.O.)
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- Department of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jedności 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (K.K.-V.); (K.O.)
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- Centre of Polymer and Carbon Materials, Polish Academy of Sciences, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 34, 41-819 Zabrze, Poland; (J.W.); (M.S.); (P.K.-J.); (M.P.); (H.J.); (P.D.); (J.K.)
- Department of Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Sosnowiec, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jedności 8, 41-200 Sosnowiec, Poland; (G.S.); (A.O.)
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Geopropolis gel for the adjuvant treatment of candidiasis – formulation and in vitro release assay. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE FARMACOGNOSIA-BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACOGNOSY 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bjp.2019.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Lipid-bilayer-coated nanogels allow for sustained release and enhanced internalization. Int J Pharm 2018; 551:8-13. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2018.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2018] [Revised: 09/04/2018] [Accepted: 09/06/2018] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Balata GF, Shamardl HEM, Abd Elmoneim HM, Hakami AA, Almodhwahi MA. Propolis emulgel: a natural remedy for burn and wound. Drug Dev Ind Pharm 2018; 44:1797-1808. [PMID: 29973098 DOI: 10.1080/03639045.2018.1496449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To develop an alternative medicine, propolis, in emulgel formulation for burn and wound treatment. METHODS The effect of two independent variables: emulsifying agent concentration and oil concentration on the cumulative amount of propolis release (dependent variable) from liquid paraffin and isopropyl palmitate emulgels was investigated. Eight formulations were prepared and evaluated for physical appearance, pH, propolis content, viscosity, and in vitro propolis release. The release results were fitted into different kinetic equations and analyzed using contour plot, interaction surface plot and one-way ANOVA. The selected emulgel formulation was investigated for its wound and burn healing activity in rats. RESULTS All the prepared emulgels showed acceptable physical properties concerning color, homogeneity, consistency, and pH value. The concentration of emulsifying agent had more pronounced effect on propolis release than oil concentration. Formulations F1-F6 showed "anomalous" drug release, while Formulations F7 and F8 showed zero-order kinetic. CONCLUSION The formulation F7 with 5% isopropyl palmitate, 5% emulsifier mixture, 1% hydroxyl propyl methyl cellulose, 1% oleic acid, and 10% propylene glycol is a promising formula for better management of wound and burn.
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- Gehan Fathy Balata
- a Department of pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy , Zagazig University , Zagazig , Egypt
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- b Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine , El-Fayoum University , El-Fayoum , Egypt.,c Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy , Umm Al Qura University , Makkah , Saudi Arabia
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- d Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine , Umm AL-Qura University , Makkha , Saudi Arabia.,e Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine , Minia University , Egypt
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Sanapalli BKR, Kannan E, Balasubramanian S, Natarajan J, Baruah UK, Karri VVSR. Pluronic lecithin organogel of 5-aminosalicylic acid for wound healing. Drug Dev Ind Pharm 2018; 44:1650-1658. [PMID: 29848103 DOI: 10.1080/03639045.2018.1483393] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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5-Aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) is an aminosalicylate anti-inflammatory drug, which is also known as mesalazine or mesalamine. Currently employed in treating inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, inflamed anus or rectum, and maintain remission in Crohn's disease. Evidence from the researchers highlighted its significant re-epithelization in allergic asthma, aphthous, and gastric ulcerative conditions. The objective of the study was to formulate the pluronic lecithin organogel (PLO) containing 5-ASA and evaluate its wound-healing ability in a full thickness excision wound rat model. The data obtained from in silico docking studies revealed 5-ASA is having an affinity towards the transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) specifically towards beta1. Among various formulations prepared (F1 to F8), F1, and F6 have shown a maximum in vitro drug release with optimum pH and viscosity. From MTT assay it was found that selected PLO formulations showed no toxicity and enhanced cell proliferation in HaCaT cell lines. In vivo wound-healing studies in albino Wistar rats has revealed that PLO accelerates wound closure and reepithelization to the statistically significant level on day 3 (p < .05) in comparison with untreated wounds. In conclusion, the overall results suggest that 5-ASA PLO gel is a potential therapeutic option for the treatments of wounds, however, further studies are highly warrened to determine the various mechanisms of 5-ASA in regulating the cell migration and reepithelization in wound healing to outspread its use in clinics.
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- Bharat Kumar Reddy Sanapalli
- a Department of Pharmacology , JSS College of Pharmacy, Ootacamund, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research , Mysuru , India
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- a Department of Pharmacology , JSS College of Pharmacy, Ootacamund, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research , Mysuru , India
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- b Department of Pharmaceutics , JSS College of Pharmacy, Ootacamund, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research , Mysuru , India
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- b Department of Pharmaceutics , JSS College of Pharmacy, Ootacamund, JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research , Mysuru , India
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Esposito CL, Kirilov P, Roullin VG. Organogels, promising drug delivery systems: an update of state-of-the-art and recent applications. J Control Release 2018; 271:1-20. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jconrel.2017.12.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 117] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2017] [Revised: 12/15/2017] [Accepted: 12/17/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Botanicals in Dermatology: Essential Oils, Botanical Allergens, and Current Regulatory Practices. Dermatitis 2016; 27:317-324. [DOI: 10.1097/der.0000000000000244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Langasco R, Spada G, Tanriverdi ST, Rassu G, Giunchedi P, Özer Ö, Gavini E. Bio-based topical system for enhanced salicylic acid delivery: preparation and performance of gels. J Pharm Pharmacol 2016; 68:999-1009. [DOI: 10.1111/jphp.12582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2016] [Accepted: 05/14/2016] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Objectives
New salicylic acid (SA)-loaded gels were developed using excipients made from renewable materials, and our goal was to improve drug permeation in the topical treatment of acne vulgaris.
Methods
We studied the preparation parameters to obtain suitable gel formulations. Only naturally occurring polymers were used as gelling agents. Two hydrogels and three lipogels were selected and characterized in terms of drug loading, pH, viability cells, rheology, mechanical properties and in vitro permeation; these hydrogels and lipogels were compared with the traditional ointment. We also evaluated skin parameters before and after gel application.
Key findings
The formulations that we studied are non-Newtonian fluids; they have high drug loading and suitable mechanical properties. Lipogels exhibit a slower and more linear in vitro permeation profile compared with hydrogels. The different vehicles that we used affected drug permeation and improve patient compliance. Cytotoxicity studies suggest that all of the formulations are non-toxic.
Conclusions
Lipogels demonstrate appropriate technological features and improved performance compared with the traditional ointment with regard to their composition. Lipogels may represent a new bio-based topical system for SA delivery. The use of ‘green’ excipients leads to ‘skin-friendly’ formulations that are able to satisfy environmental safety.
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- Rita Langasco
- Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, Italy
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Li Z, Cao J, Li H, Liu H, Han F, Liu Z, Tong C, Li S. Self-assembled drug delivery system based on low-molecular-weight bis-amide organogelator: synthesis, properties and in vivo evaluation. Drug Deliv 2016; 23:3168-3178. [PMID: 26912188 DOI: 10.3109/10717544.2016.1157841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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CONTEXT Orgnaogels based on amino acid derivatives have been widely used in the area of drug delivery. OBJECTIVE An organogel system based on l-lysine derivatives was designed and prepared to induce a thermal sensitive implant with higher transition temperature, better mechanical strength, and shorter gelation time. MATERIALS AND METHODS The organogel was prepared by injectable soybean oil and methyl (S)-2,5-ditetradecanamidopentanoate (MDP), which was synthesized for the first time. Candesartan cilexetil (CC) was chosen as model drug. Different formulations were designed and optimized by response surface method. Thermal, rheology properties, and gelation kinetics of the optimized formulation had been characterized. The release behaviors in vitro, as well as in vivo were evaluated in comparison with the oily solution of drugs. Finally, the local inflammation response of in situ organogel was assessed by histological analysis. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION Results showed that the synthesized gelator, MDP, had a good gelation ability and the organogels obtained via the self-assembly of gelators in vegetable oils exhibited great thermal and rheology properties, which guaranteed their state in body. In vivo pharmacokinetic demonstrated that the organogel formulation could extend the drug release and maintain a therapeutically effective plasma concentration at least 10 d. In addition, this implant showed acceptable moderate inflammation. CONCLUSION The in situ forming l-lysine-derivative-based organogel could be a promising matrix for sustained drug delivery of the drugs with low solubility.
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- Zhen Li
- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, Liaoning, P.R. China
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Mady FM, Essa H, El-Ammawi T, Abdelkader H, Hussein AK. Formulation and clinical evaluation of silymarin pluronic-lecithin organogels for treatment of atopic dermatitis. Drug Des Devel Ther 2016; 10:1101-10. [PMID: 27022248 PMCID: PMC4790491 DOI: 10.2147/dddt.s103423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [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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Silymarin is a naturally occurring flavonoid drug; evidence from recent research has highlighted its use as a potential treatment for atopic dermatitis (AD). Both poor water solubility and drug permeability have hindered the percutaneous absorption of silymarin. Formulation of silymarin into pluronic-lecithin organogel (PLO) basis for topical skin delivery is the main aim of this work. Six different PLO formulations were prepared containing various pluronic to lecithin ratios using two cosolvent systems of ethyl alcohol and dimethyl sulfoxide. Formulation 2 (20% pluronic and 3% lecithin) was found to be the optimal base for topical delivery of silymarin as it showed optimum pH, viscosity, drug content, and satisfactory in vitro silymarin permeation. The silymarin PLO formulation significantly relieved inflammatory symptoms of AD such as redness, swelling, and inflammation. These findings warrant the ability for application of these novel silymarin PLO formulations as a novel treatment for AD.
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- Fatma M Mady
- Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Taibah University, Medina, Saudi Arabia; Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Dermatology, STDs, and Andrology, Minia University Hospital, Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, Egypt
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Rashidi MK, Mirazi N, Hosseini A. Effect of topical mixture of honey, royal jelly and olive oil-propolis extract on skin wound healing in diabetic rats. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.wndm.2015.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Ba W, Li Z, Wang L, Wang D, Liao W, Fan W, Wu Y, Liao F, Yu J. Optimization and evaluation of pluronic lecithin organogels as a transdermal delivery vehicle for sinomenine. Pharm Dev Technol 2015; 21:535-45. [PMID: 25757643 DOI: 10.3109/10837450.2015.1022791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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The purpose of the present study was to prepare and optimize sinomenine (SIN) pluronic lecithin organogels system (PLO), and to evaluate the permeability of the optimized PLO in vitro and in vivo. Box-Behnken design was used to optimize the PLO and the optimized formulation was pluronic F127 of 19.61%, lecithin of 3.60% and SIN of 1.27%. The formulation was evaluated its skin permeation and drug deposition both in vitro and in vivo compared with gel. Permeation and deposition studies of PLO were carried out with Franz diffusion cells in vitro and with microdialysis in vivo. In vitro studies, permeation rate (Jss) of SIN from PLO was 146.55 ± 2.93 μg/cm(2)/h, significantly higher than that of gel (120.39 μg/cm(2)/h) and the amount of SIN deposited in skin from the PLO was 10.08 ± 0.86 μg/cm(2), significantly larger than that from gel (6.01 ± 0.04 μg/cm(2)). In vivo skin microdialysis studies showed that the maximum concentration (Cmax) of SIN from PLO in "permeation study" and "drug-deposition study" were 150.27 ± 20.85 μg/ml and 67.95 μg/ml, respectively, both significantly higher than that of SIN from gel (29.66 and 6.73 μg/ml). The results recommend that PLO can be used as an advantageous transdermal delivery vehicle to enhance the permeation and skin deposition of SIN.
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- Wenqiang Ba
- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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- a School of Chinese Materia Medica, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine , Guangzhou , Guangdong , China
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Fu R, Li C, Yu C, Xie H, Shi S, Li Z, Wang Q, Lu L. A novel electrospun membrane based on moxifloxacin hydrochloride/poly(vinyl alcohol)/sodium alginate for antibacterial wound dressings in practical application. Drug Deliv 2014; 23:828-39. [PMID: 24870202 DOI: 10.3109/10717544.2014.918676] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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- Ruoqiu Fu
- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China and
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China and
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China and
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- College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China and
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China and
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- College of Pharmacy, Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Surgery Research, Daping Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, P. R. China and
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