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Tobias A, Felix Christofer MA, Roy OL, Anne S. 3D printing of pharmaceutical dosage forms: Recent advances and applications. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2024:115504. [PMID: 39706526 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2024.115504] [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: 09/30/2024] [Revised: 11/13/2024] [Accepted: 12/15/2024] [Indexed: 12/23/2024]
Abstract
Three-dimensional (3D) printing, also referred to as additive manufacturing, is considered to be a game-changing technology in many industries and is also considered to have potential use cases in pharmaceutical manufacturing, especially if individualization is desired. In this review article the authors systematically researched literature published during the last 5 years (2019 - spring 2024) on the topic of 3D printed dosage forms. Besides all kinds of oral dosage forms ranging from tablets and capsules to films, pellets, etc., numerous reports were also identified on parenteral and cutaneous dosage forms and also rectal, vaginal, dental, intravesical, and ophthalmic preparations. In total, more than 500 publications were identified and grouped according to the site of administration, and an overview of the manuscripts is presented here. Furthermore, selected publications are described and discussed in more detail. The review highlights the very different approaches that are currently used in order to develop 3D printed dosage forms but also addresses remaining challenges.
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- Auel Tobias
- Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institute of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, Universitätsstraße 1, 40225 Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institute of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, Universitätsstraße 1, 40225 Düsseldorf, Germany; INVITE GmbH, Formulation Technology, Otto-Bayer-Straße 32, 51061 Köln, Germany
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- Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institute of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, Universitätsstraße 1, 40225 Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Institute of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, Universitätsstraße 1, 40225 Düsseldorf, Germany; Freie Universität Berlin, Institute of Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Kelchstraße 31, 12169 Berlin, Germany
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Ali A, Zafar S, Rasekh M, Chohan TA, Pisapia F, Singh N, Qutachi O, Arshad MS, Ahmad Z. An Adaptive Approach in Polymer-Drug Nanoparticle Engineering using Slanted Electrohydrodynamic Needles and Horizontal Spraying Planes. AAPS PharmSciTech 2024; 25:257. [PMID: 39477831 DOI: 10.1208/s12249-024-02971-y] [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: 07/04/2024] [Accepted: 10/08/2024] [Indexed: 12/12/2024] Open
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The present study focuses on the adaptive development of a key peripheral component of conventional electrohydrodynamic atomisation (EHDA) systems, namely spraying needles (also referred to as nozzles or spinnerets). Needle geometry and planar alignment are often overlooked. To explore potential impact, curcumin-loaded polylactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) and methoxypolyethylene glycol amine (PEG)-based nanoparticles were fabricated. To elucidate these technological aspects, a horizontal electrospraying needle regime was adapted, and three formulations containing different polymeric ratios of PLGA: PEG (50:50, 75:25, and 25:75) were prepared and utilised. Furthermore, processing head tip geometries e.g. blunt (a flat needle exit) or slanted (a 45° inclination angle), were subjected to various flow rates (5 µL-100 µL). Successful engineering of curcumin-loaded polymeric nanoparticles (< 150 nm) was observed. In-silico analysis demonstrated stable properties of curcumin, PEG and PLGA (molecular docking studies) and fluid flow direction towards the Taylor-Cone (also known as the stable jet mode), was shown by the assessment of fluid dynamics simulations in various needle outlets. Curcumin-loaded nanoparticles were characterised using an array of methods including Scanning electron microscopy, Differential scanning calorimetry, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, as well as their contact angles, encapsulation efficiencies and finally release patterns. The discrepancy when spraying with blunt and angled needles was evidenced by electron micrographs and deposition patterns. Spraying plumes utilising slanted needles enhanced particle collection efficiency and distribution of resultant atomised structures. In addition to needle design, fine-tuning the applied voltage and flow rate impacted the electrospraying process. The coefficient of variation was calculated as 30.5% and 25.6% for blunt and angled needle outlets, respectively, presenting improved particle uniformity with the employment of angled needle tips (8-G needle at 25 µL). The interplay of processing parameters with the utilisation of a slanted exit at a capillary optimised the spray pattern and formation of desired nanoparticulates. These demonstrate great applicability for controlled deposition and up-scaling processes in the pharmaceutical industry. These advances elaborate on EHDA processes, indicating a more cost-effective and scalable approach for industrial applications, facilitating the generation of a diverse range of particle systems in a controlled and more uniform fashion.
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- Amna Ali
- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK
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- Faculty of Pharmacy, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
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- College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences, Brunel University of London, London, UK
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore, Pakistan
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- The Biosphere, Drayman Helix,, Newcells Biotech, South St., NE4 5BX, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK
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- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK
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- Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK.
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Deng X, Gould ML, Katare RG, Ali MA. Melt-extruded biocompatible surgical sutures loaded with microspheres designed for wound healing. Biomed Mater 2024; 19:055007. [PMID: 38917838 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/ad5baa] [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: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/25/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024]
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Sutures are commonly used in surgical procedures and have immense potential for direct drug delivery into the wound site. However, incorporating active pharmaceutical ingredients into the sutures has always been challenging as their mechanical strength deteriorates. This study proposes a new method to produce microspheres-embedded surgical sutures that offer adequate mechanical properties for effective wound healing applications. The study used curcumin, a bioactive compound found in turmeric, as a model drug due to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-bacterial properties, which make it an ideal candidate for a surgical suture drug delivery system. Curcumin-loaded microspheres were produced using the emulsion solvent evaporation method with polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) as the aqueous phase. The microspheres' particle sizes, drug loading (DL) capacity, and encapsulation efficiency (EE) were investigated. Microspheres were melt-extruded with polycaprolactone and polyethylene glycol via a 3D bioplotter, followed by a drawing process to optimise the mechanical strength. The sutures' thermal, physiochemical, and mechanical properties were investigated, and the drug delivery and biocompatibility were evaluated. The results showed that increasing the aqueous phase concentration resulted in smaller particle sizes and improved DL capacity and EE. However, if PVA was used at 3% w/v or below, it prevented aggregate formation after lyophilisation, and the average particle size was found to be 34.32 ± 12.82 μm. The sutures produced with the addition of microspheres had a diameter of 0.38 ± 0.02 mm, a smooth surface, minimal tissue drag, and proper tensile strength. Furthermore, due to the encapsulated drug-polymer structure, the sutures exhibited a prolonged and sustained drug release of up to 14 d. Microsphere-loaded sutures demonstrated non-toxicity and accelerated wound healing in thein vitrostudies. We anticipate that the microsphere-loaded sutures will serve as an excellent biomedical device for facilitating wound healing.
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- X Deng
- Faculty of Dentistry, Sir John Walsh Research Institute, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Sir John Walsh Research Institute, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Department of Physiology, HeartOtagoy, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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- Faculty of Dentistry, Sir John Walsh Research Institute, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand
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Katiyar S, Singh D, Tripathi AD, Chaurasia AK, Singh RK, Srivastava PK, Mishra A. In vitro and in vivo assessment of curcumin-quercetin loaded multi-layered 3D-nanofibroporous matrix prepared by solution blow-spinning for full-thickness burn wound healing. Int J Biol Macromol 2024; 270:132269. [PMID: 38744363 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.132269] [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: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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Burn wounds (BWs) cause impairment of native skin tissue and may cause significant microbial infections that demand immediate care. Curcumin (Cur) and quercetin (Que) exhibit antimicrobial, hemocompatibility, ROS-scavenging, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, its instability, water insolubility, and low biological fluid absorption render it challenging to sustain local Cur and Que doses at the wound site. Therefore, to combat these limitations, we employed blow-spinning and freeze-drying to develop a multi-layered, Cur/Que-loaded gelatin/chitosan/PCL (GCP-Q/C) nanofibroporous (NFP) matrix. Morphological analysis of the NFP-matrix using SEM revealed a well-formed multi-layered structure. The FTIR and XRD plots demonstrated dual-bioactive incorporation and scaffold polymer interaction. Additionally, the GCP-Q/C matrix displayed high porosity (82.7 ± 2.07 %), adequate pore size (∼121 μm), enhanced water-uptake ability (∼675 % within 24 h), and satisfactory biodegradation. The scaffolds with bioactives had a long-term release, increased antioxidant activity, and were more effective against gram-positive (S. aureus) and gram-negative (E. coli) bacteria than the unloaded scaffolds. The in vitro findings of GCP-Q/C scaffolds showed promoted L929 cell growth and hemocompatibility. Additionally, an in vivo full-thickness BW investigation found that an implanted GCP-Q/C matrix stimulates rapid recuperation and tissue regeneration. In accordance with the findings, the Gel/Ch/PCL-Que/Cur NFP-matrix could represent an effective wound-healing dressing for BWs.
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- Soumya Katiyar
- School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi 221005, India
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- School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi 221005, India
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- School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi 221005, India
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- School of Biotechnology, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, India
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- School of Biotechnology, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005, India
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- School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi 221005, India
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- School of Biochemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi 221005, India.
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Baharizade M, Ghetmiri SI, Mohammady M, Mohammadi-Samani S, Yousefi G. Revolutionizing Knee Osteoarthritis Treatment: Innovative Self-Nano-Emulsifying Polyethylene Glycol Organogel of Curcumin for Effective Topical Delivery. AAPS PharmSciTech 2024; 25:80. [PMID: 38600329 DOI: 10.1208/s12249-024-02789-8] [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: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
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In the current study, self-nano-emulsifying (SNE) physically cross-linked polyethylene glycol (PEG) organogel (SNE-POG) as an innovative hybrid system was fabricated for topical delivery of water-insoluble and unstable bioactive compound curcumin (CUR). Response surface methodology (RSM) based on Optimal Design was utilized to evaluate the formulation factors. Solid fiber mechanism with homogenization was used to prepare formulations. Pharmaceutical evaluation including rheological and texture analysis, their mathematical correlations besides physical and chemical stability experiments, DSC study, in vitro release, skin permeation behavior, and clinical evaluation were carried out to characterize and optimize the SNE-OGs. PEG 4000 as the main organogelator, Poloxamer 188 (Plx188) and Ethyl Cellulose (EC) as co-gelator/nanoemulsifier agents, and PEG 400 and glycerin as solvent/co-emulsifier agents could generate SNE-POGs in PS range of 356 to 1410 nm that indicated organic base percentage and PEG 4000 were the most detrimental variables. The optimized OG maintained CUR stable in room and accelerated temperatures and could release CUR sustainably up to 72 h achieving high flux of CUR through guinea pig skin. A double-blind clinical trial confirmed that pain scores, stiffness, and difficulty with physical function were remarkably diminished at the end of 8 weeks compared to the placebo (71.68% vs. 7.03%, 62.40% vs. 21.44%, and 45.54% vs. 8.66%, respectively) indicating very high efficiency of system for treating knee osteoarthritis. SNE-POGs show great potential as a new topical drug delivery system for water-insoluble and unstable drugs like CUR that could offer a safe and effective alternative to conventional topical drug delivery system.
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- Mahtab Baharizade
- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
- Center for Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
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Youssef SH, Ganesan R, Amirmostofian M, Kim S, Polara R, Afinjuomo F, Song Y, Chereda B, Singhal N, Robinson N, Garg S. Printing a cure: A tailored solution for localized drug delivery in liver cancer treatment. Int J Pharm 2024; 651:123790. [PMID: 38190951 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2024.123790] [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: 10/17/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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Adjuvant chemotherapy is highly recommended for liver cancer to enhance survival rates due to its tendency to recur frequently. Localized drug-eluting implants have gained traction as an alternative to overcome the limitations of systemic chemotherapy. This work describes the development of biodegradable 3D printed (3DP) bilayer films loaded with 5-fluorouracil (5FU) and cisplatin (Cis) with different infill percentages where the 5FU layers were 40%, 30%, and 30% and Cis layers were 10%, 15%, and 10% for films A, B, and C, respectively. The relevant characterization tests were performed, and the drug content of films was 0.68, 0.50, and 0.50 mg of 5FU and 0.39, 0.80, and 0.34 mg of Cis for films A, B, and C, respectively. Cis release was affected by the alterations to the film design, where films A, B, and C showed complete release at 12, 14, and 23 days, respectively. However, 5FU was released over 24 h for all films. The films were stable for up to two weeks after storage at 25 °C/65% relative humidity and four weeks at 4 °C where drug content, tensile strength, FTIR, and thermal analysis results demonstrated negligible alterations. The cytotoxicity of the films was assessed by MTS assays using HepG2 cell lines demonstrating up to 81% reduction in cell viability compared to blank films. Moreover, apoptosis was confirmed by Western Blots and the determination of mitochondrial cell potential, highlighting the potential of these films as a promising approach in adjuvant chemotherapy.
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- Souha H Youssef
- Centre for Pharmaceutical Innovation (CPI), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Cancer Biology, University of South Australia and SA Pathology, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Pharmaceutical Innovation (CPI), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Cancer Biology, University of South Australia and SA Pathology, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Pharmaceutical Innovation (CPI), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Pharmaceutical Innovation (CPI), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Cancer Biology, University of South Australia and SA Pathology, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Royal Adelaide Hospital, Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide, SA, Australia; Dept of Medicine, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Cancer Biology, University of South Australia and SA Pathology, Adelaide, SA, Australia; Discipline of Medicine and the Faculty of Health Science, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Centre for Pharmaceutical Innovation (CPI), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia.
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Kuo YC, Yen MH, De S, Rajesh R, Tai CK. Optimized lipopolymers with curcumin to enhance AZD5582 and GDC0152 activity and downregulate inhibitors of apoptosis proteins in glioblastoma multiforme. BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES 2023; 154:213639. [PMID: 37793310 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioadv.2023.213639] [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: 06/29/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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Inhibition to glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) propagation is a critical challenge in clinical practice because binding of inhibitors of apoptosis proteins (IAPs) to caspase prevents cancer cells from death. In this study, folic acid (FA), lactoferrin (Lf) and rabies virus glycoprotein (RVG) were grafted on lipopolymers (LPs) composed of poly(ε-caprolactone) and Compritol 888 ATO to encapsulate AZD5582 (AZD), GDC0152 (GDC) and curcumin (CURC). The standard deviations of initial particle diameter and particle diameter after storage for 30 days were involved in LP composition optimization. The functionalized LPs were used to permeate the blood-brain barrier (BBB) and constrain IAP quantity in GBM cells. Experimental results revealed that an increase in Span 20 (emulsifier) concentration enlarged the size of LPs, and enhanced the entrapment and releasing efficiency of AZD, DGC and CURC. 1H nuclear magnetic resonance spectra showed that the hydrogen bonds between the LPs and drugs supported the sustained release of AZD, DGC and CURC from the LPs. The LPs modified with the three targeting biomolecules facilitated the penetration of AZD, GDC and CURC across the BBB, and could recognize U87MG cells and human brain cancer stem cells. Immunofluorescence staining, flow cytometry and western blot demonstrated that CURC-incorporated LPs enhanced AZD and GDC activity in suppressing cellular IAP 1 (cIAP1) and X-linked IAP (XIAP) levels, and raising caspase-3 level in GBM. Surface FA, Lf and RVG also promoted the ability of the drug-loaded LPs to avoid carcinoma growth. The current FA-, Lf- and RVG-crosslinked LPs carrying AZD, DGC and CURC can be promising in hindering IAP expressions for GBM management.
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- Yung-Chih Kuo
- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Chung Cheng University, Chia-Yi 62102, Taiwan, ROC; Advanced Institute of Manufacturing with High-tech Innovations, National Chung Cheng University, Chia-Yi 62102, Taiwan, ROC.
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Chung Cheng University, Chia-Yi 62102, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Chung Cheng University, Chia-Yi 62102, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, National Chung Cheng University, Chia-Yi 62102, Taiwan, ROC
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, National Chung Cheng University, Chia-Yi 62102, Taiwan, ROC
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Magill E, Demartis S, Gavini E, Permana AD, Thakur RRS, Adrianto MF, Waite D, Glover K, Picco CJ, Korelidou A, Detamornrat U, Vora LK, Li L, Anjani QK, Donnelly RF, Domínguez-Robles J, Larrañeta E. Solid implantable devices for sustained drug delivery. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2023; 199:114950. [PMID: 37295560 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2023.114950] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2023] [Revised: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/04/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Implantable drug delivery systems (IDDS) are an attractive alternative to conventional drug administration routes. Oral and injectable drug administration are the most common routes for drug delivery providing peaks of drug concentrations in blood after administration followed by concentration decay after a few hours. Therefore, constant drug administration is required to keep drug levels within the therapeutic window of the drug. Moreover, oral drug delivery presents alternative challenges due to drug degradation within the gastrointestinal tract or first pass metabolism. IDDS can be used to provide sustained drug delivery for prolonged periods of time. The use of this type of systems is especially interesting for the treatment of chronic conditions where patient adherence to conventional treatments can be challenging. These systems are normally used for systemic drug delivery. However, IDDS can be used for localised administration to maximise the amount of drug delivered within the active site while reducing systemic exposure. This review will cover current applications of IDDS focusing on the materials used to prepare this type of systems and the main therapeutic areas of application.
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- Elizabeth Magill
- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- Department of Chemical, Physical, Mathematical and Natural Sciences, University of Sassari, Sassari, 07100, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy, University of Sassari, Sassari, 07100, Italy
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Hasanuddin, Makassar 90245, Indonesia
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK; Re-Vana Therapeutics, McClay Research Centre, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK; Re-Vana Therapeutics, McClay Research Centre, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK; Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Airlangga University, Surabaya, East Java 60115, Indonesia
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK; Re-Vana Therapeutics, McClay Research Centre, 97 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK; Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Megarezky, Jl. Antang Raya No. 43, Makassar 90234, Indonesia
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK; Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universidad de Sevilla, 41012 Seville, Spain.
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- School of Pharmacy, Queen's University Belfast, 97, Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7BL, UK.
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Manikandan C, Jaiswal AK. Scaffold-based spheroid models of glioblastoma multiforme and its use in drug screening. Biotechnol Bioeng 2023. [PMID: 37366303 DOI: 10.1002/bit.28481] [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: 03/17/2023] [Revised: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 06/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Among several types of brain cancers, glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a terminal and aggressive disease with a median survival of 15 months despite the most intensive surgery and chemotherapy. Preclinical models that accurately reproduce the tumor microenvironment are vital for developing new therapeutic alternatives. Understanding the complicated interactions between cells and their surroundings is essential to comprehend the tumor's microenvironment, however the monolayer cell culture approach falls short. Numerous approaches are used to develop GBM cells into tumor spheroids, while scaffold-based spheroids provides the opportunity to investigate the synergies between cells as well as cells and the matrix. This review summarizes the development of various scaffold-based GBM spheroid models and the prospective for their use as drug testing systems.
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- Ceera Manikandan
- School of Biosciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India
- Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular Theranostics, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India
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- Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular and Molecular Theranostics, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India
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Padmakumar S, Amiji MM. Long-Acting Therapeutic Delivery Systems for the Treatment of Gliomas. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2023; 197:114853. [PMID: 37149040 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2023.114853] [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: 01/21/2023] [Revised: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2023] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Despite the emergence of cutting-edge therapeutic strategies and tremendous progress in research, a complete cure of glioma remains elusive. The heterogenous nature of tumor, immunosuppressive state and presence of blood brain barrier are few of the major obstacles in this regard. Long-acting depot formulations such as injectables and implantables are gaining attention for drug delivery to brain owing to their ease in administration and ability to elute drug locally for extended durations in a controlled manner with minimal toxicity. Hybrid matrices fabricated by incorporating nanoparticulates within such systems help to enhance pharmaceutical advantages. Utilization of long-acting depots as monotherapy or in conjunction with existing strategies rendered significant survival benefits in many preclinical studies and some clinical trials. The discovery of novel targets, immunotherapeutic strategies and alternative drug administration routes are now coupled with several long-acting systems with an ultimate aim to enhance patient survival and prevent glioma recurrences.
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- Smrithi Padmakumar
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, 02115
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, 02115; Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, 02115.
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Youssef SH, Kim S, Khetan R, Afinjuomo F, Song Y, Garg S. The development of 5-fluorouracil biodegradable implants: A comparative study of PCL/PLGA blends. J Drug Deliv Sci Technol 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jddst.2023.104300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/05/2023]
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Turmeric Herb Extract-Incorporated Biopolymer Dressings with Beneficial Antibacterial, Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Properties for Wound Healing. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15051090. [PMID: 36904331 PMCID: PMC10007553 DOI: 10.3390/polym15051090] [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: 02/06/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 02/24/2023] Open
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Bacterial infection and inflammation caused by excess oxidative stress are serious challenges in chronic wound healing. The aim of this work is to investigate a wound dressing based on natural- and biowaste-derived biopolymers loaded with an herb extract that demonstrates antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities without using additional synthetic drugs. Turmeric extract-loaded carboxymethyl cellulose/silk sericin dressings were produced by esterification crosslinking with citric acid followed by freeze-drying to achieve an interconnected porous structure, sufficient mechanical properties, and hydrogel formation in situ in contact with an aqueous solution. The dressings exhibited inhibitory effects on the growth of bacterial strains that were related to the controlled release of the turmeric extract. The dressings provided antioxidant activity as a result of the radical scavenging effect on DPPH, ABTS, and FRAP radicals. To confirm their anti-inflammatory effects, the inhibition of nitric oxide production in activated RAW 264.7 macrophages was investigated. The findings suggested that the dressings could be a potential candidate for wound healing.
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Daskalakis E, Hassan MH, Omar AM, Acar AA, Fallah A, Cooper G, Weightman A, Blunn G, Koc B, Bartolo P. Accelerated Degradation of Poly-ε-caprolactone Composite Scaffolds for Large Bone Defects. Polymers (Basel) 2023; 15:polym15030670. [PMID: 36771970 PMCID: PMC9921763 DOI: 10.3390/polym15030670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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This research investigates the accelerated hydrolytic degradation process of both anatomically designed bone scaffolds with a pore size gradient and a rectangular shape (biomimetically designed scaffolds or bone bricks). The effect of material composition is investigated considering poly-ε-caprolactone (PCL) as the main scaffold material, reinforced with ceramics such as hydroxyapatite (HA), β-tricalcium phosphate (TCP) and bioglass at a concentration of 20 wt%. In the case of rectangular scaffolds, the effect of pore size (200 μm, 300 μm and 500 μm) is also investigated. The degradation process (accelerated degradation) was investigated during a period of 5 days in a sodium hydroxide (NaOH) medium. Degraded bone bricks and rectangular scaffolds were measured each day to evaluate the weight loss of the samples, which were also morphologically, thermally, chemically and mechanically assessed. The results show that the PCL/bioglass bone brick scaffolds exhibited faster degradation kinetics in comparison with the PCL, PCL/HA and PCL/TCP bone bricks. Furthermore, the degradation kinetics of rectangular scaffolds increased by increasing the pore size from 500 μm to 200 μm. The results also indicate that, for the same material composition, bone bricks degrade slower compared with rectangular scaffolds. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images show that the degradation process was faster on the external regions of the bone brick scaffolds (600 μm pore size) compared with the internal regions (200 μm pore size). The thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA) results show that the ceramic concentration remained constant throughout the degradation process, while differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) results show that all scaffolds exhibited a reduction in crystallinity (Xc), enthalpy (Δm) and melting temperature (Tm) throughout the degradation process, while the glass transition temperature (Tg) slightly increased. Finally, the compression results show that the mechanical properties decreased during the degradation process, with PCL/bioglass bone bricks and rectangular scaffolds presenting higher mechanical properties with the same design in comparison with the other materials.
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- Evangelos Daskalakis
- School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- Integrated Manufacturing Technologies Research and Application Center, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
- SUNUM Nanotechnology Research Center, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
- Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Integrated Manufacturing Technologies Research and Application Center, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
- SUNUM Nanotechnology Research Center, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
- Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
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- School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth PO1 2DT, UK
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- Integrated Manufacturing Technologies Research and Application Center, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
- SUNUM Nanotechnology Research Center, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
- Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Sabanci University, Tuzla 34956, Istanbul, Turkey
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- School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
- Singapore Centre for 3D Printing, School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore 639798, Singapore
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Uroro EO, Bright R, Hayles A, Vasilev K. Lipase-Responsive Amphotericin B Loaded PCL Nanoparticles for Antifungal Therapies. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 13:155. [PMID: 36616065 PMCID: PMC9823996 DOI: 10.3390/nano13010155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2022] [Revised: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Amphotericin B is an antifungal drug used for the treatment of invasive fungal infections. However, its clinical use is limited due to its serious side effects, such as renal and cardiovascular toxicity. Furthermore, amphotericin B is administered in high doses due to its poor water solubility. Hence, it is necessary to develop an on-demand release strategy for the delivery of amphotericin B to reduce cytotoxicity. The present report describes a novel encapsulation of amphotericin B into lipase-sensitive polycaprolactone to form a nanocomposite. Nanocomposites were produced by the oil-in-water method and their physicochemical properties such as size, hydrodynamic diameter, drug loading, and zeta potential were determined. The in vitro release of amphotericin B was characterized in the presence and absence of lipase. The antifungal activity of the nanocomposites was verified against lipase-secreting Candida albicans, and cytotoxicity was tested against primary human dermal fibroblasts. In the absence of lipase, the release of amphotericin B from the nanocomposites was minimal. However, in the presence of lipase, an enzyme that is abundant at infection sites, a fungicidal concentration of amphotericin B was released from the nanocomposites. The antifungal activity of the nanocomposites showed an enhanced effect against the lipase-secreting fungus, Candida albicans, in comparison to the free drug at the same concentration. Furthermore, nanoencapsulation significantly reduced amphotericin B-related cytotoxicity compared to the free drug. The synthesized nanocomposites can serve as a potent carrier for the responsive delivery of amphotericin B in antifungal applications.
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- College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Bedford Park, SA 5042, Australia
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- College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Bedford Park, SA 5042, Australia
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- UniSA STEM, University of South Australia, Mawson Lakes, SA 5095, Australia
- College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Bedford Park, SA 5042, Australia
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Kutlehria S, D'Souza A, Bleier BS, Amiji MM. Role of 3D Printing in the Development of Biodegradable Implants for Central Nervous System Drug Delivery. Mol Pharm 2022; 19:4411-4427. [PMID: 36154128 DOI: 10.1021/acs.molpharmaceut.2c00344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Increased life expectancy has led to a rise in age-related disorders including neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. Limited progress has been made in the development of clinically translatable therapies for these central nervous system (CNS) diseases. Challenges including the blood-brain barrier, brain complexity, and comorbidities in the elderly population are some of the contributing factors toward lower success rates. Various invasive and noninvasive ways are being employed to deliver small and large molecules across the brain. Biodegradable, implantable drug-delivery systems have gained lot of interest due to advantages such as sustained and targeted delivery, lower side effects, and higher patient compliance. 3D printing is a novel additive manufacturing technique where various materials and printing techniques can be used to fabricate implants with the desired complexity in terms of mechanical properties, shapes, or release profiles. This review discusses an overview of various types of 3D-printing techniques and illustrative examples of the existing literature on 3D-printed systems for CNS drug delivery. Currently, there are various technical and regulatory impediments that need to be addressed for successful translation from the bench to the clinical stage. Overall, 3D printing is a transformative technology with great potential in advancing customizable drug treatment in a high-throughput manner.
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- Shallu Kutlehria
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States.,Department of Otolaryngology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States.,Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States
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Li H, Yan X, Ou S. Correlation of the prognostic value of FNDC4 in glioblastoma with macrophage polarization. Cancer Cell Int 2022; 22:273. [PMID: 36056336 PMCID: PMC9440505 DOI: 10.1186/s12935-022-02688-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Glioblastoma is among the most malignant tumors in the central nervous system and characterized by strong invasion and poor prognosis. Fibronectin type III domain-containing 4 (FNDC4) plays various important roles in the human body, including participating in cellular metabolism and inflammatory responses to cardiovascular diseases, influencing immune cells, and exerting anti-inflammatory effects; however, the role of FNDC4 in glioblastoma has not been reported. METHODS In this study, bioinformatics databases, including TCGA, CGGA, GTEx, and TIMER, were used to analyze the differential expression of FNDC4 genes and cell survival, in addition to investigating its relationship with immune cell infiltration. Additionally, we overexpressed FNDC4 in glioblastoma cell lines U87 and U251 by lentiviral transfection and detected changes in proliferation, cell cycle progression, and apoptosis. Following collection of monocytes from the peripheral blood of healthy individuals and transformation into M0 macrophages, we performed flow cytometry to detect the polarizing effect of exogenous FNDC4, as well as the effect of FNDC4-overexpressing glioblastoma cells on macrophage polarization in a co-culture system. RESULTS We identified that significantly higher FNDC4 expression in glioblastoma tissue relative to normal brain tissue was associated with worse prognosis. Moreover, we found that FNDC4 overexpression in U87 and U251 cells resulted in increased proliferation and affected the S phase of tumor cells, whereas cell apoptosis remained unchanged. Furthermore, exogenous FNDC4 inhibited the M1 polarization of M0 macrophages without affecting M2 polarization; this was also observed in glioblastoma cells overexpressing FNDC4. CONCLUSIONS FNDC4 expression is elevated in glioblastoma, closely associated with poor prognosis, and promoted the proliferation of glioblastoma cells, affected the S phase of tumor cells while inhibiting macrophage polarization.
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- Hongwu Li
- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, The First People's Hospital of Nantong City (Affiliated Hospital 2 of Nantong University), Nantong, China
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- Department of Pathology, The First People's Hospital of Nantong City (Affiliated Hospital 2 of Nantong University), Nantong, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, First Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, China.
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Mohamadian M, Ahmadi SS, Bahrami A, Ferns GA. Review on the Therapeutic Potential of Curcumin and its Derivatives on Glioma Biology. Neurochem Res 2022; 47:2936-2953. [PMID: 35790698 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-022-03666-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2022] [Revised: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Gliomas are common and aggressive brain tumors that carry a poor prognosis. The current multimodal therapeutic option for glioma includes surgery subsequently temozolomide chemotherapy and/or radiation; but gliomas are often associated with multidrug resistance, intensive adverse events, and tumor relapse. Thus, novel interventions that can enhance successful chemo-prevention and overcome therapeutic resistance are urgently needed. Phytochemicals have several biological properties with multi-target sites and relatively limited degrees of toxicity. Curcumin is a natural polyphenolic compound with several anti-tumor effects which potentially inhibit tumor growth, development, proliferation, invasion, dissemination, and angiogenesis in different human malignancies. Experimental model studies have demonstrated that curcumin attenuates glioma cell viability by G2/M cell cycle arrest, apoptosis, induction of autophagy, gene expression alteration, and disruption of multi-molecular pathways. Moreover, curcumin has been reported to re-sensitize cancer to chemotherapeutics as well as augment the effect of radiotherapy on glioma cells. In this review, we have provided an update on the in vitro and in vivo effects of curcumin-based therapy on gliomas. We have also discussed the use of curcumin in combination therapies, its effectiveness on drug-resistant cells, and new formulations of curcumin in the treatment of gliomas.
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- Malihe Mohamadian
- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Khatam Ol-Anbia Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Clinical Research Development Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Imam Reza Hospital, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran. .,Clinical Research Development Unit of Akbar Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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- Brighton & Sussex Medical School, Department of Medical Education, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9PH, Sussex, UK
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Development and Validation of a Novel Tool for Assessing the Environmental Impact of 3D Printing Technologies: A Pharmaceutical Perspective. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14050933. [PMID: 35631519 PMCID: PMC9146618 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14050933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2022] [Revised: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 04/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Technological advancements have created infinite opportunities and rendered our life easier at several fronts. Nonetheless, the environment has suffered the aftermaths of modernization. Ironically, the pharmaceutical industry was found to be a significant contributor to environmental deterioration. To tackle this issue, continuous eco-evaluation of newly introduced technologies is crucial. Three-dimensional printing (3DP) is rapidly establishing its routes in different industries. Interestingly, 3DP is revolutionising the production of pharmaceuticals and is regarded as a promising approach for the fabrication of patient-centric formulations. Despite the increasing applications in the pharmaceutical field, tools that evaluate the environmental impacts of 3DP are lacking. Energy and solvent consumption, waste generation, and disposal are the main associated factors that present major concerns. For the first time, we are proposing a quantitative tool, the index of Greenness Assessment of Printed Pharmaceuticals (iGAPP), that evaluates the greenness of the different 3DP technologies used in the pharmaceutical industry. The tool provides a colour-coded pictogram and a numerical score indicating the overall greenness of the employed printing method. Validation was performed by constructing the greenness profile of selected formulations produced using the different 3DP techniques. This tool is simple to use and indicates the greenness level of the procedures involved, thereby creating an opportunity to modify the processes for more sustainable practices.
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Rathinavel S, Korrapati PS, Kalaiselvi P, Dharmalingam S. Mesoporous silica incorporated PCL/Curcumin nanofiber for wound healing application. Eur J Pharm Sci 2021; 167:106021. [PMID: 34571179 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2021.106021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2021] [Revised: 09/23/2021] [Accepted: 09/23/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Electrospinning, a recent fast-emerging technique highly applicable in the production of nanofibers has gained vast recognition owing to its explicit applications in various domains. Amongst which, the production of nanoscaffolds for wound healing applications has been focused recently due to advantages over conventional wound healing methods. In the present research, a composite nanoscaffold comprising SBA-15 (Santa Barbara Amorphous), amine functionalized SBA-15 polycaprolactone (PCL) and curcumin was investigated for its potentiality in wound healing therapeutics. The high biocompatibility and cell adhesion of amine functionalized SBA-15 and the widely explored antimicrobial properties of curcumin added benefit for the wound healing target. The prepared highly interconnected electrospun fibers with porous structure were characterized through various studies such as FTIR, XRD, SEM and EDAX. Further, antibacterial studies against both Gram positive (Bacillus subtilis) and Gram negative (Escherichia coli) strains revealed an improved zone of inhibition. Major invitro studies such as cell migration, proliferation, bio-compatibility was experimented through cell adhesion and live and dead assay using Swiss 3T6 cell lines. In vivo studies on female Wister rats using the fabricated nanofibers incorporated with curcumin and amine functionalized SBA-15 showed 99% scar-less wound healing within 21 days. Re-epithelization of tissue, collagen deposition and formation of granulation tissue were observed from the results of Hematoxylin-Eosin and Masson's tri-chrome staining. From the observations, it can be concluded that the fabricated nanoscaffold could be an effective substrate for wound healing therapeutics.
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- Saranya Rathinavel
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Anna University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Biological Materials Laboratory, CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute, Chennai, 600 020, India
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Abdelkader H, Fathalla Z, Seyfoddin A, Farahani M, Thrimawithana T, Allahham A, Alani AWG, Al-Kinani AA, Alany RG. Polymeric long-acting drug delivery systems (LADDS) for treatment of chronic diseases: Inserts, patches, wafers, and implants. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2021; 177:113957. [PMID: 34481032 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2021.113957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Revised: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 08/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Non-oral long-acting drug delivery systems (LADDS) encompass a range of technologies for precisely delivering drug molecules into target tissues either through the systemic circulation or via localized injections for treating chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer, and brain disorders as well as for age-related eye diseases. LADDS have been shown to prolong drug release from 24 h up to 3 years depending on characteristics of the drug and delivery system. LADDS can offer potentially safer, more effective, and patient friendly treatment options compared to more invasive modes of drug administration such as repeated injections or minor surgical intervention. Whilst there is no single technology or definition that can comprehensively embrace LADDS; for the purposes of this review, these systems include solid implants, inserts, transdermal patches, wafers and in situ forming delivery systems. This review covers common chronic illnesses, where candidate drugs have been incorporated into LADDS, examples of marketed long-acting pharmaceuticals, as well as newly emerging technologies, used in the fabrication of LADDS.
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- Hamdy Abdelkader
- Pharmaceutics Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, Egypt; Department of Pharmaceutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Deraya University, New Minia City, Minia, Egypt
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- Pharmaceutics Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, Minia, Egypt
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- Drug Delivery Research Group, Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, School of Science, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Discipline of Pharmacy, School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Discipline of Pharmacy, School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Oregon State University, Moody Avenue, RLSB, Portland, OR, United States; Biomedical Engineering Department, Oregon Health & Science University, 2730 S. Moody Avenue, RLSB, Portland, OR, United States; Knight Cancer Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, 2730 S. Moody Avenue, RLSB, Portland, OR, United States
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- Drug Discovery, Delivery and Patient Care Theme (DDDPC), Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing, Kingston University London, Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames, UK.
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- Drug Discovery, Delivery and Patient Care Theme (DDDPC), Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing, Kingston University London, Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames, UK; School of Pharmacy, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
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