scholarly journals Enhancing Stability and Tooth Bleaching Activity of Carbamide Peroxide by Electrospun Nanofibrous Film

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. 381
Author(s):  
Siriporn Okonogi ◽  
Adchareeya Kaewpinta ◽  
Thomas Rades ◽  
Anette Müllertz ◽  
Mingshi Yang ◽  
...  

Carbamide peroxide (CP) possesses a strong tooth bleaching activity, however, its clinical application is limited because of its instability in aqueous formulations. This study explores the improvement of CP stability and bleaching activity by loading CP in electrospun nanofibrous film (ENF). Polyvinylalcohol, polyvinylpyrrolidone, and silica were used as components for core-based nanofibers of ENF. Electrospinning feed aqueous solutions (EFASs) were developed for preparing CP loaded ENF (CP-ENF). Stability of CP in EFASs is significantly higher than in pure water. The highest stability of CP is found in PPS-CP3, composed of 0.5% CP, 5.5% polyvinylalcohol, 3% polyvinylpyrrolidone, and 1% silica. The results from X-ray diffraction indicate that CP is dispersed as a non-crystalline form in CP-ENFs. CP and the compositions of EFASs play a major role on characteristics and bleaching efficiency of CP-ENFs. Drug release of CP-ENFs is the first order kinetics. CP-ENF obtained from PPS-CP3 shows the highest drug entrapment efficiency, high adhesion, and suitable sustained release. Drug release mechanism is along with anomalous transport according to Korsmeyer–Peppas model. In an ex vivo study using human teeth, it shows the highest bleaching efficiency among the others. Therefore, CP-ENF obtained from PPS-CP3 is a promising ENF for clinical use.

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 132
Author(s):  
Siriporn Okonogi ◽  
Adchareeya Kaewpinta ◽  
Sakornrat Khongkhunthian ◽  
Pisaisit Chaijareenont

Burst release of carbamide peroxide (CP) from traditional hydrogels causes severe inflammation to periodontal tissues. The present study explores the development of a novel CP nanoemulgel (CP-NG), an oil-in-water nanoemulsion-based gel in which CP was loaded with a view to controlling CP release. CP solid dispersions were prepared, using white soft paraffin or polyvinylpyrrolidone-white soft paraffin mixture as a carrier, prior to formulating nanoemulsions. It was found that carrier type and the ratio of CP to carrier affected drug crystallinity. Nanoemulsions formulated from the optimized CP solid dispersions were used to prepare CP-NG. It was found that the ratio of drug to carrier in CP solid dispersions affected the particle size and zeta potential of the nanoemulsions as well as drug release behavior and tooth bleaching efficacy of CP-NG. Drug release from CP-NG followed a first-order kinetic reaction and the release mechanism was an anomalous transport. Drug release rate decreased with an increase in solid dispersion carriers. CP-NG obtained from the solid dispersion with a 1:1 ratio of CP to the polymer mixture is suitable for sustaining drug release with high tooth bleaching efficacy and without reduction of enamel microhardness. The developed CP-NG is a promising potential tooth bleaching formulation.


Author(s):  
Bhikshapathi D. V. R. N. ◽  
Kanteepan P

Rebamipide, an amino acid derivative of 2-(1H)-quinolinone, is used for mucosal protection, healing of gastroduodenal ulcers, and treatment of gastritis. The current research study aimed to develop novel gastro-retentive mucoadhesive microspheres of rebamipide using ionotropic gelation technique. Studies of micromeritic properties confirmed that microspheres were free flowing with good packability. The in vitro drug release showed the sustained release of rebamipide up to 99.23 ± 0.13% within 12 h whereas marketed product displayed the drug release of 95.15 ± 0.23% within 1 h. The release mechanism from microspheres followed the zero-order and Korsmeyer-Peppas (R2 = 0.915, 0.969), respectively. The optimized M12 formulation displayed optimum features, such as entrapment efficiency 97%, particle size 61.94 ± 0.11 µm, percentage yield 98%, swelling index 95% and mucoadhesiveness was 97%. FTIR studies revealed no major incompatibility between drug and excipients. SEM confirmed the particles were of spherical in shape. Optimized formulation (M12) were stable at 40°C ± 2°C/75% RH ± 5% RH for 6 months. In vivo studies were performed and kinetic parameters like Cmax, Tmax, AUC0-t, AUC0-∞, t1/2, and Kel  were calculated. The marketed product Cmax (3.15 ± 0.05 ng/mL) was higher than optimized formulation (2.58 ± 0.03 ng/mL). The optimized formulation AUC0-t (15.25 ± 1.14 ng.hr/mL), AUC0-∞ (19.42 ± 1.24 ng.hr/mL) was significantly higher than that of marketed product AUC0-t (10.21 ± 1.26 ng.hr/mL) and AUC0-∞ (13.15 ± 0.05 ng.hr/mL). These results indicate an optimized formulation bioavailability of 2.5-fold greater than marketed product.  


2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 246-256
Author(s):  
Kriti Soni ◽  
Ali Mujtaba ◽  
Md. Habban Akhter ◽  
Kanchan Kohli

Aim: The intention of this investigation was to develop Pemetrexed Diacid (PTX)-loaded gelatine-cloisite 30B (MMT) nanocomposite for the potential oral delivery of PTX and the in vitro, and ex vivo assessment. Background: Gelatin/Cloisite 30 B (MMT) nanocomposites were prepared by blending gelatin with MMT in aqueous solution. Methods: PTX was incorporated into the nanocomposite preparation. The nanocomposites were investigated by Fourier Transmission Infra Red Spectroscopy (FT-IR), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) and Confocal Laser Microscopy (CLSM). FT-IR of nanocomposite showed the disappearance of all major peaks which corroborated the formation of nanocomposites. The nanocomposites were found to have a particle size of 121.9 ± 1.85 nm and zeta potential -12.1 ± 0.63 mV. DSC thermogram of drug loaded nanocomposites indicated peak at 117.165 oC and 205.816 oC, which clearly revealed that the drug has been incorporated into the nanocomposite because of cross-linking of cloisite 30 B and gelatin in the presence of glutaraldehyde. Results: SEM images of gelatin show a network like structure which disappears in the nanocomposite. The kinetics of the drug release was studied in order to ascertain the type of release mechanism. The drug release from nanocomposites was in a controlled manner, followed by first-order kinetics and the drug release mechanism was found to be of Fickian type. Conclusion: Ex vivo gut permeation studies revealed 4 times enhancement in the permeation of drug present in the nanocomposite as compared to plain drug solution and were further affirmed by CLSM. Thus, gelatin/(MMT) nanocomposite could be promising for the oral delivery of PTX in cancer therapy and future prospects for the industrial pharmacy.


Author(s):  
Anjali Pandya ◽  
Rajani Athawale ◽  
Durga Puro ◽  
Geeta Bhagwat

Background: The research work involves development of PLGA biodegradable microspheres loaded with dexamethasome for intraocular delivery. Objective: To design and evaluate long acting PLGA microspheres for ocular delivery of dexamethasone. Method: Present formulation involves the development of long acting dexamethasone loaded microspheres composed of a biodegradable controlled release polymer, Poly(D, L- lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA), for the treatment of posterior segment eye disorders intravitreally. PLGA with monomer ratio of 50:50 of lactic acid to glycolic acid was used to achieve a drug release up to 45 days. Quality by Design approach was utilized for designing the experiments. Single emulsion solvent evaporation technique along with high pressure homogenization was used to facilitate formation of microspheres. Results: Particle size evaluation, drug content and drug entrapment efficiency were determined for the microspheres. Particle size and morphology was observed using Field Emission Gun-Scanning Electron Microscopy (FEG-SEM) and microspheres were in the size range of 1-5 μm. Assessment of drug release was done using in vitro studies and transretinal permeation was observed by ex vivo studies using goat retinal tissues. Conclusion: Considering the dire need for prolonged therapeutic effect in diseases of the posterior eye, an intravitreal long acting formulation was designed. Use of biodegradable polymer with biocompatible degradation products was a rational approach to achieve this aim. Outcome from present research shows that developed microspheres would provide a long acting drug profile and reduce the frequency of administration thereby improving patient compliance.


INDIAN DRUGS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 54 (09) ◽  
pp. 83-85
Author(s):  
A Ambavkar ◽  
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N. Desai

The objective of the study was to develop and evaluate nanolipid carriers based in situ gel of Carbamazepine, for brain delivery through intranasal route. The non – invasive nasal route can provide rapid delivery of drugs directly to the central nervous system by bypassing the blood brain barrier. The nanolipid carriers of carbamazepine as in situ nasal gel can prolong the drug release for control of repetitive seizures and were prepared by Phase Inversion Temperature technique. The retention of the carriers in the nasal cavity was improved by using Poloxamer 407 as thermoresponsive and Carbopol 974P as mucoadhesive gelling polymers, respectively. The developed gel was evaluated for particle size, polydispersity index, zeta potential, morphology, entrapment efficiency, mucoadhesive and thermoresponsive behaviour, in vitro drug release, ex vivo permeation and nasociliotoxicity. The gel showed sustained release over prolonged periods and was found to be non-toxic to the sheep nasal mucosa.


INDIAN DRUGS ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 58 (10) ◽  
pp. 25-33
Author(s):  
Satya Lakshmi S. ◽  
Jyothsna P ◽  
Srinivasa Rao Y. ◽  
Naga Mallikarjun P. ◽  

Cyclodextrin has been recognized as a linker molecule that can link with the various drug substances to produce a nano-porous structure called nanosponges (NS) and increase the dissolution rate of poorly soluble drug substances. This work aimed to load rosuvastatin calcium (RSC) with solubility enhancer’s β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) or polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). β-CD based RSC-NS were fabricated by the emulsion solvent diffusion technique; with solubilizer dichloromethane and different ratios of ethyl cellulose as a co-polymer. Characterization of the prepared nanosponges was done by various testing procedures that confirm its nanosize and particle size and drug release. RSC loading in NS was assessed by DSC, FTIR and SEM. Among all the formulations F5 has 78.23 % entrapment efficiency. 2-3 folds of increased solubility were obtained with RSC-NS. F1-F6 formulations released 76.35 % - 98.69 % of the drug at the end of 30 min. In the preparation of extended-release tablets, NS prepared from F5 formulation was used and the best tablet formulation was selected based on various evaluation tests. All the formulations except S3, S8 followed first-order release kinetics. S1 & S2 drug release mechanism is Higuchi while other formulations are Korsemeyer-Peppas, so the release mechanism for most of the formulations is erosion than diffusion.


2021 ◽  
Vol 62 (3) ◽  
pp. 290-304
Author(s):  
Moreshwar Patil ◽  
Prashant Pandit ◽  
Pavan Udavant ◽  
Sandeep Sonawane ◽  
Deepak Bhambere

Introduction: Etodolac is used in the treatment of acute pain and inflammation. It has low solubility because of high hydrophobicity and it is reported that upon oral administration shows gastric disturbances. This encourages the development of topical vesicular formulation. Method: In this work we used coacervation-phase separation method for the development of etodolac loaded vesicular system by using non-ionic surfactants, cholesterol and soya lecithin. Central composite design (rotatble) was used to optimize the concentrations of soy lecithin, surfactant and cholesterol. The prepared formulations were characterized by number of vesicles formed, vesicle size, zeta potential, entrapment efficiency, in-vitro permeation, ex-vivo permeation and anti-inflammatory study. Results: Etodolac was successfully entrapped in all formulations having efficiency in the range of 74.36% to 90.85%, which was more at 4 °C than room temperature. When hydrated with water; niosome in the range of 54 to 141 (per cubic mm) were spontaneously produced. The results of in-vitro diffusion study revealed that etodolac was released in the range of 71.86 to 97.16% over a period of 24 hrs. The average vesicle size of optimized formulation was found 211.9 nm with PDI of 0.5. The observed responses i.e. % encapsulation efficiency and drug release were 74.12 and 95.08 respectively. The zeta potential was -19.4mV revealed the stability of formulation which was further confirmed by no changes in drug content and drug release after stability studies. The % inhibition in paw volume was 40.52% and 43.61% for test and marketed proniosomal gel. Conclusion: Proniosomal gel formulation was stable and could enhance skin delivery of etodolac because of excellent permeation capability of vesicular system.


2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4-A) ◽  
pp. 79-85
Author(s):  
Elangovan Nagarajan ◽  
B Rama ◽  
M Swetha ◽  
G.S Sharma ◽  
L Jyothi Rani ◽  
...  

In the present work, double walled microspheres of Tamoxifen (antiestrogenic drug) using Sodium alginate, Hydroxy propyl methyl cellulose (HPMC) K100,Guar gum, Xanthun gum were formulated to deliver Tamoxifen (TMX) through  oral route to treat breast cancer patients. Details regarding the preparation and evaluation of the formulations have been discussed in results. From the study following conclusions could be drawn. The results of this investigation indicate that Ion gelation method can be successfully employed to fabricate TMX microspheres. FT-IR spectra of the physical mixture revealed that the drug is compatible with the polymers and copolymer used. Microspheres containing sodium alginate along with HPMC in 1:1 ratio had a least size range of 610µm. Increase in the polymer concentration led to increase in % Yield, % Drug entrapment efficiency, Particle size. The  invitro drug release decreased with increase in the polymer and copolymer concentration. Among all formulations F7 shows Maximum drug release in 12 th hr  when compared with other formulations. Analysis of drug release mechanism showed that the drug release from the formulations followed the Non fickian diffusion mechanism and follows zero order kinectics. Based on the results of evaluation tests formulation coded F7 was concluded as best formulation. Keywords : Tamoxifen, sodium alginate, HPMC, Microspheres, Diffusion, Copolymers,  Entrapment efficiency.


2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  

Recently, solid lipid Nano-particles have received much attention by the researchers owing to its biodegradability, biocompatibility and the ability to deliver a wide range of drugs. The aim of the present study was to design Diltiazem solid lipid Nano-particles and to evaluate them. Diltiazem solid lipid Nano-particles were prepared by hot homogenization technique using different lipids (Tristearin, GMS and Comprital), soy lecithin as stabilizers and tween 80, Poloxamer as surfactants. The Nano-particles were evaluated for particle size & PDI, zeta potential, entrapment efficiency and in vitro drug release. The particle size ranged from 49.7 to 523.7 nm. PDI of all formulations were good within the range of 0.189 to 0.427. The zeta potential ranged from -10.5 to -29.6 Mv, Entrapment efficiency of all formulations were observed was in the range of 78.68 to 95.23 %. The cumulative percentage release of Diltiazem from different Diltiazem Nano-particles varied from 53.36 to 88.74% depending upon the drug lipid ratio and the type of lipid used. The average percentage of drug released from different SLNs after 24 hours showed in the following order: F9 (53.35%) < F6 (56.75%) < F4 (61.74%) < F7 (63.8%) < F5(67.77%) < F8(69.04%) < F3(75.31%) < F1(79.36%) <F2 (88.74%) respectively. The release kinetic studies showed that the release was first order diffusion controlled and the n values obtained from the Korsmeyer-Peppa’s model indicated the release mechanism was Quasi-Fickian type (n-value of 0.47). Keywords: Diltiazem, solid lipid Nano-particles, FTIR, in vitro drug release.


Author(s):  
Pooja Shettigar ◽  
Marina Koland ◽  
S. M. Sindhoor ◽  
Ananth Prabhu

Background: Clarithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic used in acne treatment, but it has poor solubility, which decreases its permeability through lipid barriers such as skin. Nanostructured lipid carriers can enhance the permeability of clarithromycin through the skin, thus improving its potential for controlling acne. Aim: To formulate and evaluate Nanostructured lipid carriers of clarithromycin for topical delivery in acne treatment Methods: Nanostructured lipid carriers were prepared by emulsification and ultrasonication methods using lipids such as glycerol monostearate and oleic with poloxamer 188 as stabilizer. These nano-carriers were optimized with the help of the Quality by Design (QbD) approach employing Design-Expert® software. The nanoparticles were characterized for particle size analysis, zeta potential, drug-excipient compatibility, entrapment efficiency, and surface morphology by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM). The nano-carriers were also investigated for in vitro drug release and ex vivo permeation through excised goat skin. The optimized formulation was incorporated into topical carbopol gel base, formulated and examined for pH, viscosity, spreadability, in vitro drug release, ex vivo permeation, and stability under accelerated conditions. Results: The average particle size of the optimized nanoparticles was 164.8 nm, and zeta potential was -39.2 mV. FTIR studies showed that drug and lipids are compatible with each other. The morphology study by SEM and TEM showed spherical shaped particles. The entrapment efficiency of the optimized formulation was found to be 88.16%. In vitro drug release studies indicated sustained release from the formulation due to diffusion through the lipid matrix of the particles. The ex vivo permeation study using goat skin produced greater permeation from the NLC gel (89.5%) than marketed gel (65%) due to the lipid solubility of the nanoparticles in the skin. The formulation was stable under accelerated conditions. Conclusion: The optimized formulation can be considered as promising nano-carriers suitable for the sustained release of clarithromycin into the skin for effective control of acne.


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