scholarly journals Development and Evaluation of Mucoadhesive Tablets of Cinnarizine Using Carboxymethylated Guar Gum by Compression Coating Technique

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 6365-6376

The e study was designed to perform carboxymethylation of guar gum and to develop mucoadhesive tablets of cinnarizine by compression coating technology. Carboxymethyl guar gum was synthesized and characterized by FTIR, SEM, XRD and DSC techniques. Inner core tablets of cinnarizine were compression coated with guar gum and carboxymethylated guar gum. The formulated mucoadhesive tablets were evaluated for various tablet parametric tests viz. hardness, friability, content uniformity, thickness. Ex vivo mucoadhesion strength and in vitro drug release studies were also conducted. Appearance of new FTIR peaks, surface morphology analysis by SEM, reduction in crystallinity by XRD and appearance of the endothermic peak in DSC thermogram point out towards successful carboxymethylation of guar gum. Mucoadhesive strength of F1CGG to F4CGG batches of mucoadhesive tablets prepared with carboxymethyl guar gum found higher than F1GG to F4GG batches of tablets prepared with guar gum. Carboxymethyl guar gum exhibited sustained release effect on in vitro release cinnarizine from compression coated mucoadhesive tablets. The study confirms that carboxymethylation of guar gum improves the mucoadhesive properties of pure guar gum. Also, the compression coating of carboxymethylated guar gum enhances the gastric retention time and sustained release of cinnarizine. Carboxymethyl guar gum can be used as mucoadhesive polymer for developing different mucoadhesive drug delivery systems.

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 105
Author(s):  
Ashutosh Roda ◽  
Prabhakara Prabhu ◽  
Akhilesh Dubey

Objective: Buccal patch is a non-dissolving thin matrix modified release dosage form which was developed to administer into the unconscious and less co-operative patients.Methods: The mucoadhesive buccal patches of hydrochlorothiazide (HCZ) and atenolol (ATN) were prepared by solvent casting technique using various concentrations of sodium alginate, hydroxyl propyl methyl cellulose, carbopol 934P and sodium carboxy methyl cellulose polymer and polyvinyl alcohol as a backing layer. The formulated patches were evaluated for their physicochemical parameters like thickness, weight variation, surface pH, content uniformity, folding endurance, swelling percentage studies and tensile strength, in vitro and ex vivo drug permeation. Results: The infra-red (IR) spectra showed no interaction between drug and polymer. Physicochemical characteristics of all the samples were found to be satisfactory and well within the range. Swelling of the films were increased with the increasing content of the polymers and it was found that swelling front erosion was comparably slower in the formulations with the carbopol 934 and HPMC. This is probably due to their marked viscous properties and therefore formulation provided sustained release of the drug. The percentage drug content of all the formulations were found to be in the range of 97-99 %. Among the patches, FC (Carbopol 934 and HPMC) patches were considered satisfactory for maintaining the in vitro residence in the oral cavity for almost 8h. Formulations FD (with CP and NaCMC) and FC showed high tensile strength and % E/B which is an indication of the strength and elasticity of the patch. The films were exhibited sustained release for more than 6 h which was confirmed by the in vitro release data and kinetic data reveals the combination of diffusion and erosion mechanism. The best mucoadhesive performance and matrix controlled release was exhibited by the formulation FC.Conclusion: The formulation of HCZ and ATN mucoadhesive buccal patch was found to be satisfactory and reasonable.


2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1-s) ◽  
pp. 295-300
Author(s):  
Dr. Shayeda ◽  
Nusrat Ayesha

The purpose of this work was to design and evaluate matrix type transdermal patches of Tizanidine hydrochloride using Hypromellose (HPMC E15) as polymer, dibutyl phthalate as plasticizer and citral as permeation enhancer. The DSC and FTIR results showed the compatibility of the excipients with the drug. These transdermal drug delivery systems were characterized for their thickness, folding endurance, content uniformity, tensile strength and in-vitro release studies of the drug from the polymeric matrix. In-vitro release studies and ex-vivo permeation were carried out with modified Franz diffusion cell using pH 5.8 & pH 7.4 phosphate buffers as receptor medium and it showed controlled release of drug. The results suggest that the formulation of TIZ may be useful in the development of a therapeutic system to deliver TIZ across the skin for a prolonged period, i.e. 24 hr. Keywords: Tizanidine Hydrochloride, Transdermal patch, HPMC E15, in-vitro & ex-vivo.


Author(s):  
C Suja ◽  
Sismy C

The goal of this study was to formulate and evaluate norfloxacin sustained release tablets. Norfloxacin sustained release tablets were prepared by wet granulation method using two polymers such as HPMC K 100 M (hydrophilic polymer) and guar gum (natural polymer) and with three polymer ratios (0.5, 1.0 and 1.5). The prepared granules were evaluated to preformulation studies such as angle of repose, bulk density, tapped density, bulkiness, compressibility index and Hauser’s ratio. All the parameters shows that the granules having good flow properties. Then the formulated tablets were taken to evaluation studies such as hardness, weight variation, friability, drug content and thickness. All the parameters were within the acceptable limits. IR spectral analysis showed that there was no interaction between the drug and polymers. The in vitro release study was performed in phosphate buffer pH 7.4 at 293 nm. The in vitro release study showed that if the polymer ratio is increased, then the release of the drug is prolonged. HPMC K 100M shows a prolonged release when compared to guar gum.


2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (3-4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Asmaa S. El-Houssiny ◽  
Azza A. Ward ◽  
Dina M. Mostafa ◽  
Salwa L. Abd-El-Messieh ◽  
Kamal N. Abdel-Nour ◽  
...  

AbstractGlucosamine sulfate (GS) has been used orally for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA). However, it may be susceptible to the liver first pass phenomenon, which greatly affects its bioavailability, in addition to its side effects on the gastrointestinal tract. Alginate nanoparticles (Alg NPs) were investigated as a new drug carrier for transdermal delivery of GS to improve its effectiveness and reduce side effects. GS-Alg NPs were characterized by encapsulation efficiency, NP yield, particle size and surface charge properties. The in vitro release studies of GS and the ex vivo permeability through rat skin were determined using a UV-Vis spectrophotometer. GS-Alg NPs are within the nanometer range of size. High negative surface charge values are obtained and indicate the high suspension stability of the prepared formulation. The in vitro release studies showed that GS is released from Alg NPs in a sustained and prolonged manner. The ex vivo permeability of GS through rat skin is enhanced significantly after encapsulation in the negatively charged Alg NPs. We successfully reported a highly stable nanoparticlulate system using Alg NPs that permits the encapsulation of GS for topical administration, overcoming the disadvantages of oral administration.


1970 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-38 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Nezab Uddin ◽  
Ishtiaq Ahmed ◽  
Monzurul Amin Roni ◽  
Muhammad Rashedul Islam ◽  
Mohammad Habibur Rahman ◽  
...  

The objective of this study was to design oral sustained release matrix tablets of Ranolazine usinghydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) as the retardant polymer and to study the effect of formulation factors suchas polymer proportion and polymer viscosity on the release of drug. In vitro release studies were performed usingUSP type II apparatus (paddle method) in 900 mL of 0.1N HCl at 100 rpm for 12 hours. The release kinetics wasanalyzed using the zero-order, first order, Higuchi and Korsmeyer-Peppas equations to explore and explain themechanism of drug release from the matrix tablets. In vitro release studies revealed that the release rate decreasedwith increase in polymer proportion and viscosity grade. Mathematical analysis of the release kinetics indicated thatthe nature of drug release from the matrix tablets was dependent on drug diffusion and polymer relaxation andtherefore followed non-Fickian or anomalous release. The developed controlled release matrix tablets of Ranolazineprepared with high viscosity HPMC extended release up to 12 hours.Key words: Ranolazine; Sustained release; Methocel E50 Premium LV; Methocel K100LV CR; Methocel K4M CR;Methocel K15M CR.DOI: 10.3329/dujps.v8i1.5333Dhaka Univ. J. Pharm. Sci. 8(1): 31-38, 2009 (June)


INDIAN DRUGS ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 54 (02) ◽  
pp. 76-78
Author(s):  
A Shirodker ◽  
◽  
S. Bhangle ◽  
R. Gude

The present study involved formulation of an in situ gelling system of brimonidine tartrate and timolol maleate for the treatment of glaucoma. Carbopol® 980 NF, xanthum gum and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose K4 M were used as polymers. The prepared in situ gelling systems were evaluated for clarity, appearance, texture analysis, pH, viscosity, rheological properties, in vitro gelation, isotonicity, drug content uniformity, in vitro release studies, microbiological evaluation, ex vivo release studies and stability testing. The results of the attenuated total reflectance spectroscopy and differential scanning calorimetry studies confirmed that there is no incompatibility between the drugs and the excipients. The formulations exhibited pseudoplastic rheology and formulation 3 showed the highest release of both the drugs from the formulation. The stability studies showed that the formulation was stable over the given period of time. Thus, it is evident that the in situ gelling system is a promising drug delivery system for the treatment of glaucoma.


Author(s):  
Pearl Pires Dighe ◽  
Tank Hm

 Objective: The current study involves the fabrication of oral bilayer matrix designs of a combination of two drugs, metoprolol succinate and atorvastatin calcium, the optimization of their in vitro release and characterization using the design expert software. Metoprolol succinate, a β1- selective adrenergic receptor blocking agent, is used in the management of hypertension has a half-life of approximately 4–5 h; thus, there is the need to use extended-release formulation for prolonged action. Atorvastatin is a hydroxymethylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase inhibitor, an antilipidemic, used to lower blood cholesterol. The rationale for this fixed-dose combination is to coadminister two drugs acting by different mechanisms of action together, reduce dosing frequency, and increase patient compliance.Methods: A 32 factorial design was selected to analyze the effect of critical factors, polymer concentration of Kollidon sustained release (SR), and Eudragit RS and their interaction on the in vitro release of the SR part containing metoprolol succinate. The drug release at 2 h (Q2), 8 h (Q8), and 20 h (Q20) was taken as responses. The blends of both layers were prepared, evaluated for precompression characteristics, and compressed by direct compression. The compressed bilayer tablets were evaluated for their hardness, weight variation, friability, content uniformity, diameter, and in vitro release.Result and Conclusion: The release profile indicates Higuchi’s kinetics. Contour and surface response plots show significant interaction among the formulation variables. Formulation MS06 containing 70 mg Kollidon SR and 10 mg Eurdragit RS was found to be the optimized formulation, controlling the drug release for a 24 h period.


2003 ◽  
Vol 71 (4) ◽  
pp. 357-364
Author(s):  
Sevgi Gūngör ◽  
Mine Orlu ◽  
Yildiz Özsoy ◽  
Ahmet Araman

The objective of this study was to evaluate the performance of Sucro Ester 7 (sucrose distearate) as additive for preparing sustained release suppositories of tiaprofenic acid. Suppocire AIM (semi-synthetic glycerides) was used as suppository base and formulations were prepared containing different ratios of sugar ester: Suppocire AIM. Content uniformity, disintegration time and in vitro release characteristics of suppositories were investigated. Significant decrease in the extent of drug release was observed with the increase in the content of sugar ester, which was due to the longer disintegration time of suppositories.


2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 37
Author(s):  
Satish C. S.

Objective: The purpose of this study was to ascertain the applicability of degradable materials for fabrication of an insulin release system.Methods: Insulin implants were prepared by using poly (vinyl alcohol) (PVA), gellan and chitosan by solution casting method. The prepared implants were evaluated for swellability, content uniformity, potency and purity of insulin in implants, scanning electron microscopy studies, in vitro release studies, in vitro degradation studies using lysozyme, stability studies and circular dichroism spectroscopy.Results: The swelling degree of the implants was found to be in the range of 1.07-1.56. The diffusion coefficient of water through the implant was found to depend on the calcium chloride (CaCl2) concentration. The diffusion coefficient of insulin through the chitosan-PVA-gellan in the early stages was found to be in the range of 1.99´10-5 cm2/sec to 5.24´10-5 cm2/sec and at later stages in the range of 6.9´10-6 cm2/sec to 1.10´10-5 cm2/sec. The weight of the implants was 48±0.58 mg. The insulin content in the implants was 9.86±0.10 mg. The potency of insulin extracted from the implants was 27.11±0.75 U/mg or 95.12±2.61 % of the control insulin. The in vitro release studies showed that insulin was released completely in a period of 13-19 d depending on the composition of the implant. The increase in CaCl2 retarded the rate of insulin release whereas the increase in PVA content leads to the rapid release of insulin. The device was found to undergo significant weight loss due to enzyme mediated degradation.Conclusion: These studies provide validity for the potential utility of chitosan-PVA-gellan implant systems for the delivery of insulin. The studies also demonstrate that insulin maintained its integrity within the implant system. Implants showed the complete release of insulin in 19 d and the release of insulin from the implants depended on the amount of CaCl2.


2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 01-04
Author(s):  
Hye jin

The objective of this study was to develop effective bioadhesive buccal bilayered tablets comprising of drug containing bioadhesive layer and drug free backing layer, expected to release the drug in unidirection for extended period of time. Tablets of ondansetron HCl were prepared by direct compression method using bioadhesive polymers like Carbopol 934P, Methocel K4M, Methocel K15M and Hydroxy propyl cellulose in different combinations and concentrations with backing layer of ethyl cellulose. Buccal tablets were evaluated by different parameters such as thickness, hardness, weight uniformity, content uniformity, swelling index, surface pH, ex vivo bioadhesive strength, ex vivo residence time, in vitro drug release, ex vivo drug permeation, stability studies in human saliva, in vivo mucoadhesive performance studies and FTIR studies. The modified in vitro assembly was used to measure the bioadhesive strength of tablets with fresh porcine buccal mucosa as model tissue. Bioadhesion strength was increased with increase in the concentration of carbopol. The tablets were evaluated for in vitro release in pH 6.6 phosphate buffer for 8 hr in standard dissolution apparatus. In order to improve the permeation of the drug, tauroglycholate (permeation enhancer) added in the optimized formulation at 10mM concentration. In order to determine the mode of release, the data was subjected to Korsmeyer and Peppas diffusion model. The optimized formula followed non-fickian release mechanism with zero order kinetics. Carbopol 934P and HPC in the ratio of 3:1 could be used to design effective and stable buccoadhesive tablets of ondansetron HCl. The present study concludes that buccal delivery of ondansetron HCl tablets can be good way to bypass the first pass metabolism.


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