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HPMC – Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose
Colonic drug delivery: Formulating the next generation of colon-targeted therapeutics
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Colonic drug delivery can facilitate access to unique therapeutic targets and has the potential to enhance drug bioavailability whilst reducing off-target effects. Delivering drugs to the colon requires considered formulation development, as both oral and rectal dosage forms can encounter…
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Time-Based Formulation Strategies for Colon Drug Delivery
Despite poor absorption properties, delivery to the colon of bioactive compounds administered by the oral route has become a focus of pharmaceutical research over the last few decades. In particular, the high prevalence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease has driven interest because of the need for…
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Tablet formulation with dual control concept for efficient colonic drug delivery
Aim of this study was to develop a tablet formulation for targeted colonic drug release by implementing two control mechanisms: A pH-sensitive coating layer based on Eudragit® FS 30 D to prevent drug release in the upper gastrointestinal tract, combined with a matrix based on plant-derived…
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Drugs for neglected tropical diseases: availability of age-appropriate oral formulations for young…
It is recognised that paediatric indications and age-appropriate formulations are required to ensure that paediatric populations receive appropriate pharmacotherapeutic treatment. The lack of information on dosing, efficacy and safety data (labelling) is a well-recognised problem for all diseases…
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Progress on Thin Film Freezing Technology for Dry Powder Inhalation Formulations
The surface drying process is an important technology in the pharmaceutical, biomedical, and food industries. The final stage of formulation development (i.e., the drying process) faces several challenges, and overall mastering depends on the end step. The advent of new emerging technologies paved…
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Effect of Combination of Carbopol-940 Base and HPMC Gel Extract of Aloe Vera Flesh on Physical…
Aloe vera (Aloe chinensis Barker.) has been shown to be efficacious as an antibacterial which has the potential to treat acne caused by the bacteria Propionibacterium acnes. The use of this combination can increase the viscosity, dissolution, diffusion, and bioavailability of the preparation. This…
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Development and Evaluation of Novel Multi-unit Pellet System Formulation of Metoprolol Succinate for…
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Metaprolol succinate is a highly water-soluble drug with extensive first-pass metabolism. It needs to be administered about 3-4 times a day for optimum therapeutic effect. Conventional extended-release formulations are available but have their own disadvantages. The study was to designed…
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Development and Characterization of Cyclodextrin-Based Nanogels as a New Ibuprofen Cutaneous…
Nanogels combine the properties of hydrogels and nanocarrier systems, resulting in very effective drug delivery systems, including for cutaneous applications. Cyclodextrins (CDs) have been utilised to enhance the nanogels’ loading ability towards poorly soluble drugs and promote/sustain drug…
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Overcoming Challenges in Ophthalmic Formulations through Polymer Selection – A Closer Look at…
Ophthalmic drug formulations are growing in importance due to the increased prevalence of eye-related disorders such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.1 However, ocular drug delivery is challenging due to unique anatomical and physiological barriers such as pre-corneal loss factors…
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Quercetin Loaded Cationic Solid Lipid Nanoparticles in a Mucoadhesive In Situ Gel – A Novel…
The study aim was to develop an intravesical delivery system of quercetin for bladder cancer management in order to improve drug efficacy, attain a controlled release profile and extend the residence time inside the bladder. Either uncoated or chitosan coated quercetin-loaded solid lipid…
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