scholarly journals Development and Evaluation of a Water Soluble Fluorometholone Eye Drop Formulation Employing Polymeric Micelle

Pharmaceutics ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gyubin Noh ◽  
Taekwang Keum ◽  
Jo-Eun Seo ◽  
Jaewoong Choi ◽  
Bastola Rakesh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Solid Dispersion ◽  
Polymeric Micelles ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Physicochemical Characterization ◽  
Polymeric Micelle ◽  
Physical Mixture ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Commercial Product ◽  
Corneal Tissue ◽  
Corneal Permeation

Low aqueous solubility of drug causes difficulties in preparation and inconvenience of administration. Polymeric micelles of fluorometholone (FML) using solid dispersion technique were prepared to develop an eye drop formulation with enhanced water solubility. Solid dispersions of FML were prepared at various FML:Soluplus® w/w ratios using solvent evaporation method. A physical mixture was also prepared. Physicochemical characterization was performed with various methods. Ex vivo porcine corneal permeation of polymeric micelle, physical mixture, and commercial product were compared. FML solid dispersion (1:15) showed the highest solubility, which was c.a. 169.6- and 15.3-fold higher than that of pure FML and physical mixture. Characterization showed that the crystalline form of FML changed to amorphous state and polymeric micelles were formed in round micelle. Flucon®, a commercial product of FML, showed significantly large particle size and high poly dispersity index. In contrast, FML polymeric micelle showed submicron size with uniform size distribution. Ex vivo porcine corneal permeation study showed that permeation by polymeric micelles was significantly higher than that by the commercial product and physical mixture. In addition, confocal laser scanning microscopic analysis supported the enhanced porcine corneal tissue permeation property of polymeric micelle. In conclusion, polymeric micelle prepared with solid dispersion using Soluplus® can be a potential nanomedicine for ocular delivery of poorly water-soluble FML.

scholarly journals Bioequivalence Assessment of High-Capacity Polymeric Micelle Nanoformulation of Paclitaxel and Abraxane® in Rodent and Non-Human Primate Models Using a Stable Isotope Tracer Assay

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Duhyeong Hwang ◽  
Natasha Vinod ◽  
Sarah L. Skoczen ◽  
Jacob D. Ramsey ◽  
Kelsie S. Snapp ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Stable Isotope ◽  
Drug Exposure ◽  
Polymeric Micelles ◽  
Clinical Investigation ◽  
Rhesus Macaques ◽  
Physicochemical Characterization ◽  
Polymeric Micelle ◽  
Stable Isotope Tracer ◽  
Isotope Tracer

AbstractThe in vivo fate of nanoformulated drugs is governed by the physicochemical properties of the drug and the functionality of nanocarriers. Nanoformulations such as polymeric micelles, which physically encapsulate poorly soluble drugs, release their payload into the bloodstream during systemic circulation. This results in three distinct fractions of the drug-nanomedicine: encapsulated, protein-bound, and free drug. Having a thorough understanding of the pharmacokinetic (PK) profiles of each fraction is essential to elucidate mechanisms of nanomedicine-driven changes in drug exposure and PK/PD relationships pharmacodynamic activity. Here, we present a comprehensive preclinical assessment of the poly(2-oxazoline)-based polymeric micelle of paclitaxel (PTX) (POXOL hl-PM), including bioequivalence comparison to the clinically approved paclitaxel nanomedicine, Abraxane®. Physicochemical characterization and toxicity analysis of POXOL hl-PM was conducted using standardized protocols by the Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory (NCL). The bioequivalence of POXOL hl-PM to Abraxane® was evaluated in rats and rhesus macaques using the NCL’s established stable isotope tracer ultrafiltration assay (SITUA) to delineate the plasma PK of each PTX fraction. The SITUA study revealed that POXOL hl-PM and Abraxane® had comparable PK profiles not only for total PTX but also for the distinct drug fractions, suggesting bioequivalence in given animal models. The comprehensive preclinical evaluation of POXOL hl-PM in this study showcases a series of widely-applicable standardized studies by NCL for assessing nanoformulations prior to clinical investigation.GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT

scholarly journals ENHANCEMENT OF SOLUBILITY AND BIOAVAILABILITY OF BCS CLASS-II AMBRISENTAN: IN VITRO, IN VIVO AND EX VIVO ANALYSIS

2022 ◽  
pp. 67-74
Author(s):  
RAHUL RADKE ◽  
NEETESH K. JAIN
Keyword(s):  
Solid Dispersion ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Class Ii ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Pure Form ◽  
In Vitro Dissolution ◽  
Drug Solubility ◽  
Bcs Class Ii

Objective: The aim of this investigation was to enhance the solubility and bioavailability of the BCS class II poorly water-soluble drug ambrisentan by solid dispersion (SD) techniques using Gelucire 50/13 as a hydrophilic carrier. Methods: Solid dispersion of ambrisentan was prepared by kneading method using different dug: carrier ratios. Prepared SD was characterized for solubility, drug content, percentage yield, in vitro dissolution, ex vivo permeation and bioavailability. Solid-state characterization was performed by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Results: All the SDs formulations showed increase in drug solubility and dissolution when compared with its pure form. Aqueous solubility of the drug was found to be increased 8.23 fold in SD. DSC study showed that endothermic peak of the drug was disappeared in spectra of SD, confirming its amorphous conversion, XRD study revealed the reduction to almost absence of specific high-intensity peaks of drug which confirmed the reduction of crysatallinity of ambrisentan in SD. SEM of optimized SD formulation demonstrates the complete encapsulation and solubilization drug. In vitro dissolution study showed that optimized SD formulation (ASD4) gives the faster drug release of 101.5% in 60 min, as compare to its pure form and other SD formulations. Conclusion: Solid dispersion ASD4 prepared with 1:4 drug to carrier ratio showed the highest drug solubility and in vitro dissolution. The ex vivo and in vivo studies performed on optimized formulation ASD4 showed enhancement in drug permeability and bioavailability in Gelucire 50/13 based SD formulation.

scholarly journals Inulin-Grafted Stearate (In-g-St) as the Effective Self-Assembling Polymeric Micelle: Synthesis and Evaluation for the Delivery of Betamethasone

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Gholamabbas Chehardoli ◽  
Parham Norouzian ◽  
Farzin Firozian
Keyword(s):  
Zeta Potential ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Targeted Delivery ◽  
Encapsulation Efficiency ◽  
Polymeric Micelles ◽  
Drug Loading ◽  
Polymeric Micelle ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Burst Release ◽  
Potential Measurement

Background. Betamethasone as a corticosteroid drug is commonly used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Unfortunately, betamethasone is a low water-soluble drug and its efficacy is low. So an attractive strategy is the targeted delivery of betamethasone to the damaged joint using polymeric micelle-based carriers. Methods. Inulin-grafted stearate (In-g-St) was synthesized via the reaction of stearoyl chloride and inulin, then characterized by FT-IR and H-NMR. In-g-St forms micelles in the presence of betamethasone. The prepared polymeric micelles were characterized for size, zeta potential, drug loading, particles’ morphology, critical micelle concentration (CMC), and encapsulation efficiency. So sustained release polymeric micelles of betamethasone were developed by employing In-g-St. Results. The measurement of particle size showed a mean diameter of 60 and 130 nm for 10% and 20% drug-loaded micelles, respectively, and SEM showed that the particle’s morphologies are spherical. Zeta potential measurement for the drug-containing micelles showed a value of -11.8 mV. Drug loading efficiency and the encapsulation efficiency were 6.36% and 63.6%, as well as 18.97% and 94.88% for 10% and 20%, respectively. 20% drug-loaded polymer showed a small burst release of betamethasone at the first 3 h which was followed by sustained release in the next 24 h. Furthermore, the formula with 10% exhibited good sustained release properties except for the minor initial burst release. Conclusion. Data from the zeta potential, CMC, drug loading capacity, and in vitro drug release studies indicated that In-g-St polymeric micelles can be suitable candidates for the efficient delivery of hydrophobic drugs like betamethasone.

scholarly journals Physicochemical characterization of solid dispersion systems of tadalafil with poloxamer 407

2009 ◽  
Vol 59 (4) ◽  
pp. 453-461 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vikrant Vyas ◽  
Pankajkumar Sancheti ◽  
Poonam Karekar ◽  
Manali Shah ◽  
Yogesh Pore
Keyword(s):  
Solid Dispersion ◽  
Binary Systems ◽  
Physicochemical Characterization ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Poloxamer 407 ◽  
Dissolution Enhancement ◽  
Water Soluble Drug ◽  
Dispersion Systems ◽  
Rapid Dissolution

Physicochemical characterization of solid dispersion systems of tadalafil with poloxamer 407 Dissolution behaviour of a poorly water-soluble drug, tadalafil, from its solid dispersion systems with poloxamer 407 has been investigated. Solid dispersion systems of tadalafil were prepared with poloxamer 407 in 1:0.5, 1:1.5 and 1:2.5 ratios using the melting method. Characterization of binary systems with FTIR and XRPD studies demonstrated the presence of strong hydrogen bonding interactions, a significant decrease in crystallinity and the possibility of existence of amorphous entities of the drug. In the binary systems tested, 1:0.5 proportion of tadalafil/poloxamer 407 showed rapid dissolution of tadalafil (DE30 70.9 ± 3.6 %). In contrast, higher proportions of poloxamer 407 (1:1.5 and 1:2.5) offered no advantage towards dissolution enhancement of the drug, indicating altered rheological characteristics of the polymer at its higher concentration, which might have retarded the release rate of tadalafil.

scholarly journals Ex Vivo Conjunctival Retention and Transconjunctival Transport of Poorly Soluble Drugs Using Polymeric Micelles

Pharmaceutics ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 476 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pescina ◽  
Lucca ◽  
Govoni ◽  
Padula ◽  
Favero ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Polymeric Micelles ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Poloxamer 407 ◽  
Conjunctival Epithelium ◽  
Ocular Delivery ◽  
Lipophilic Drugs ◽  
Polyethylene Glycol 1000 ◽  
The One

This paper addresses the problem of ocular delivery of lipophilic drugs. The aim of the paper is the evaluation of polymeric micelles, prepared using TPGS (d-α-Tocopheryl polyethylene glycol 1000 succinate), a water-soluble derivative of Vitamin E and/or poloxamer 407, as a vehicle for the ocular delivery of dexamethasone, cyclosporine, and econazole nitrate. The research steps were: (1) characterize polymeric micelles by dynamic light scattering (DLS) and X-ray scattering; (2) evaluate the solubility increase of the three drugs; (3) measure the in vitro transport and conjunctiva retention, in comparison to conventional vehicles; (4) investigate the mechanisms of enhancement, by studying drug release from the micelles and transconjunctival permeation of TPGS; and (5) study the effect of micelles application on the histology of conjunctiva. The data obtained demonstrate the application potential of polymeric micelles in ocular delivery, due to their ability to increase the solubility of lipophilic drugs and enhance transport in and across the conjunctival epithelium. The best-performing formulation was the one made of TPGS alone (micelles size ≈ 12 nm), probably because of the higher mobility of these micelles, an enhanced interaction with the conjunctival epithelium, and, possibly, the penetration of intact micelles.

scholarly journals Polymeric micelles for oral drug delivery: Why and how

2004 ◽  
Vol 76 (7-8) ◽  
pp. 1321-1335 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. F. Francis ◽  
Mariana Cristea ◽  
F. M. Winnik
Keyword(s):  
Drug Delivery ◽  
Oral Delivery ◽  
Oral Absorption ◽  
Polymeric Micelles ◽  
Oral Drug Delivery ◽  
Polymeric Micelle ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Oral Drug ◽  
Therapeutic Effects ◽  
The Impact

The oral delivery of drugs is regarded as the optimal means for achieving therapeutic effects owing to increased patient compliance. Unfortunately, the oral delivery route is beset with problems such as gastrointestinal (GI) destruction of labile molecules, low levels of macromolecular absorption, etc. To reduce the impact of digestive enzymes and to ensure the absorption of bioactive agents in an unaltered form, molecules may be incorporated into microparticulate carriers. Many approaches to achieve the oral absorption of a wide variety of drugs are currently under investigation. Among the different polymer-based drug delivery systems, polymeric micelles represent a promising delivery vehicle especially intended for poorly water-soluble pharmaceutical active ingredients in order to improve their oral bioavailability. Recent findings of a dextran-based polymeric micelle study for solubilization of a highly lipophilic drug, cyclosporin A (CsA), will be discussed.

scholarly journals Physicochemical Characterization of Physical Mixture and Solid Dispersion of Diclofenac Potassium with Mannitol.

2017 ◽  
pp. 204-208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yong Han ◽  
Sonia Faudone ◽  
Gustavo Zitto ◽  
Silvina Bonafede ◽  
Mar Rosasco ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Solid Dispersion ◽  
Physicochemical Characterization ◽  
Physical Mixture

Delivery and Anti-Psoriatic Effect of Silibinin-Loaded Polymeric Micelles: An Experimental Study in the Psoriatic Skin Model

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (9) ◽  
pp. 787-798
Author(s):  
Fateme Chavoshy ◽  
Behzad Sharif Makhmal Zadeh ◽  
Ali Mohammad Tamaddon ◽  
Mohammad Houssin Anbardar
Keyword(s):  
Polymeric Micelles ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Drug Loading ◽  
Polymeric Micelle ◽  
Histological Evaluation ◽  
Psoriatic Skin ◽  
Mice Model ◽  
Area Index ◽  
Psoriasis Treatment ◽  
Drug Localization

Objective: Psoriasis is an inflamed skin disorder associated with the activation of phosphorylation signals in keratinocytes, which leads to proliferation. Phosphorylation signal inhibitors, such as silibinin can inhibit cell proliferation. Unlike current psoriasis treatment approaches that are associated with dangerous side effects; natural components can introduce new trends in psoriasis treatment. The major problem in the topical treatment of psoriasis is drug localization through the psoriasis lesions. Methods: In this study, silibinin-loaded polymeric micelles prepared and characterized for drug loading and release and ex vivo permeation through psoriatic and normal mice skin. The optimized batch was used for the treatment of psoriasis lesions in the mice model. Results: The optimized batch demonstrated mean particle size 18.3 ± 2.1 nm, entrapment efficiency 75.8 ± 5.8%, and prolonged silibinin release. % Silibinin permeated through psoriatic skin after 48 treated by polymeric micelle and aqueous control was 80.35, and 92.6, respectively. Polymeric micelles increased silibinin localization in the psoriatic skin in comparison with control. In psoriatic skin after 7- 10 days treatment by silibinin- loaded polymeric micelle, there was no evidence of psoriasis and the histological evaluation showed no sign of psoriasis. Silibinin-loaded polymeric micelles reduced Psoriasis area index by more than 78% after 14 days. Conclusion: It seems that polymeric micelles increased the effectiveness of silibinin by drug localization into the psoriatic plaque. Topical STAT- 3inhibitors can be introduced as a new strategy in psoriasis treatment.

Solid Dispersions: A Review

2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sumant Saini ◽  
Yashwant .
Keyword(s):  
Solid Dispersions ◽  
Physicochemical Characterization ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Absolute Minimum ◽  
Technology Transfers ◽  
Molecular Arrangement ◽  
Water Soluble Drugs ◽  
Carrier Solvent ◽  
Preparation Techniques ◽  
Selection Of

Solid dispersions are one of the most promising strategies to improve the oral bioavailability of poorly water soluble drugs. By reducing drug particle size to the absolute minimum, and hence improving drug wettability, bioavailability may be significantly improved. This article reviews the various preparation techniques for solid dispersion and compiles some of the recent technology transfers. The different types of solid dispersions based on the molecular arrangement have been highlighted. Some of the practical aspects to be considered for the preparation of solid dispersions, such as selection of carrier, solvent and methods of physicochemical characterization, along with an insight into the molecular arrangement of drugs in solid dispersions are also discussed. In this review, it is intended to discuss the recent advances related on the area of solid dispersions.

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