Formulation and Evaluation of Sustained Release Floating Tablets of an Antihypertensive Diltiazem

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 3844-3852
Author(s):  
Gururaj S Kulkarni ◽  
Prabhansh P Chaudhary ◽  
Shivakumar Swamy
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Sodium Alginate ◽  
Angle Of Repose ◽  
Polymeric Chain ◽  
Release Mechanism ◽  
Natural Polymers ◽  
Floating Tablets ◽  
Higuchi Model

The aim of the present study was to develop and evaluate sustained release floating tablets of Diltiazem hydro-chloride, an antihypertensive agent. The sustained release floating tablets were prepared by direct compression method and formulated using different polymer combinations, formulations such as F1 to F9. Natural polymer Sodium alginate and synthetic polymer HPMC K4M were used. Developed formulations were evaluated for the pre compression parameters i.e., drug- excipients compatibility by FTIR, bulk density, compressibility, and angle of repose etc. Post compression parameters i.e. weight variation; full factorial design was applied to optimize the developed formulation. SA and HPMC K4M were selected as independent variable at three different concentrations. The in-vitro drug release study revealed that formulation F8 combination of both synthetic (HPMC) and natural polymers (sodium alginate) was the most successful formulation of the study, all tablets but one exhibited gradual and near complete sustained release for diltiazem HCl (90-100%) that extended the drug release up to 8 hours, with satisfactory drug release in the initial hours, and the total release pattern was close to the theoretical release profile.  Model equations of zero and first order, Higuchi, Hixson-Crowell and Peppas, intended to elucidate the drug release mechanism, and were fitted to the release data. Mathematical modelling of in-vitro dissolution data indicated the best-fit release kinetics was achieved with Higuchi model with r2 vales of 0.994 in its semi log plot. The ‘n’ value in Higuchi model was >0.89 which indicated, Super Case-II transport of drug from polymer sustained, i.e., diffusion with relaxation of polymeric chain. In conclusion, the results indicated that the prepared sustained-release tablets of Diltiazem hydrochloride could perform therapeutically better than conventional tablets with improved efficacy and better patient compliance.     

scholarly journals Formulation and Evaluation of Acyclovir Microspheres

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Pavani S ◽  
Mounika K ◽  
Naresh K
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Sodium Alginate ◽  
Calcium Chloride ◽  
Polymer Concentration ◽  
Entrapment Efficiency ◽  
In Vitro Dissolution ◽  
Release Mechanism ◽  
Natural Polymers

The present study is to formulate and evaluate Acyclovir (ACV) microspheres using natural polymers like chitosan and sodium alginate. ACV is a DNA polymerase inhibitor used in treating herpes simplex virus infection and zoster varicella infections. Acyclovir is a suitable candidate for sustained-release (SR) administration as a result of its dosage regimen twice or thrice a day and relatively short plasma half-life (approximately 2 to 4 hours). Microspheres of ACV were prepared by an ionic dilution method using chitosan and sodium alginate as polymers. The prepared ACV microspheres were then subjected to FTIR, SEM, particle size, % yield, entrapment efficiency, in vitro dissolution studies and release kinetics mechanism. The FTIR spectra’s revealed that, there was no interaction between polymer and ACV. ACV microspheres were spherical in nature, which was confirmed by SEM. The particle size of microspheres was in the range of 23.8µm to 39.4µm. 72.9% drug entrapment efficiency was obtained in the formulation F3 (1:3 ratio) with a high concentration of calcium chloride (4% w/v). The in vitro performance of ACV microspheres showed sustained release depending on the polymer concentration and concentration of calcium chloride.   The release data was best fitted with zero order kinetics and Korsemeyer -Peppas release mechanism and diffusion exponent ‘n’ value of was found to be Non-Fickian.

scholarly journals Design, Fabrication and Evaluation of Drug Release Kinetics from Aceclofenac Matrix Tablets using Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose

1970 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abul Kalam Lutful Kabir ◽  
Bishyajit Kumar Biswas ◽  
Abu Shara Shasur Rouf
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Release Kinetics ◽  
Matrix Tablets ◽  
Angle Of Repose ◽  
Release Mechanism ◽  
Matrix Tablet ◽  
Drug Content ◽  
Compressibility Index

The objective of this study was to develop a sustained release matrix tablet of aceclofenac usinghydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC K15M and HPMC K100M CR) in various proportions as release controllingfactor by direct compression method. The powders for tableting were evaluated for angle of repose, loose bulkdensity, tapped bulk density, compressibility index, total porosity and drug content etc. The tablets were subjected tothickness, weight variation test, drug content, hardness, friability and in vitro release studies. The in vitro dissolutionstudy was carried out for 24 hours using United States Pharmacopoeia (USP) 22 paddle-type dissolution apparatus inphosphate buffer (pH 7.4). The granules showed satisfactory flow properties, compressibility index and drug contentetc. All the tablets complied with pharmacopoeial specifications. The results of dissolution studies indicated that theformulations F-2 and F-3 could extend the drug release up to 24 hours. By comparing the dissolution profiles with themarketed product, it revealed that the formulations exhibited similar drug release profile. From this study, a decreasein release kinetics of the drug was observed when the polymer concentration was increased. Kinetic modeling of invitro dissolution profiles revealed the drug release mechanism ranges from diffusion controlled or Fickian transport toanomalous type or non-Fickian transport, which was only dependent on the type and amount of polymer used. Thedrug release followed both diffusion and erosion mechanism in all cases. The drug release from these formulationswas satisfactory after 3 months storage in 40°C and 75% RH. Besides, this study explored the optimum concentrationand effect of polymer(s) on acelofenac release pattern from the tablet matrix for 24 hour period.Key words: Aceclofenac; sustained release; hydrophillic matrix; HPMC; direct compression.DOI: 10.3329/dujps.v8i1.5332Dhaka Univ. J. Pharm. Sci. 8(1): 23-30, 2009 (June)

scholarly journals Formulation, In-Vitro Evaluation and Comparative Study Ofitopride Hydrochloride Loaded Sustained Release Matrix Tablet Using Okra Mucilage as a Natural Binder

2021 ◽  
Vol 68 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita Yadav ◽  
Pradyumna Chaudhari ◽  
Sasina Khatri ◽  
Chhitij Thapa
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Flow Property ◽  
Angle Of Repose ◽  
Matrix Tablet ◽  
Natural Polymers ◽  
Maximum Angle ◽  
Itopride Hydrochloride

Natural polymers are abundantly available in plants with their wider pharmaceutical applications and are preferred more than some synthetic polymers because of their biodegradable, biocompatible and non-toxic properties. The study aims to formulate Itopride Hydrochloride loaded Sustained Release (SR) matrix tablet from the mucilage extracted from okra plant (Abelmoschus esculantus) and carry out the comparative study on the release retardant effect of synthetic binders like HPMC K100M and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose and their combinations. The extraction of the mucilage was carried by the maceration process. The formulation of Itopride loaded SR matrix tablet was carried by moist granulation technique. The micrometric, physiochemical studies and purity tests confirms the suitability of mucilage as an excipient. Pre-compression study suggests good flow property of the powders. The minimum angle of repose was observed in F7 with 29.03±0.6º and F2 exhibited maximum angle of repose with 34.30±0.5º. Carr's index and Hausner's ratio was lower in F1 with 11.56±0.4 and 1.11±0.3 respectively. Drug-excipient interaction study performed using FTIR spectrophotometry suggested no interaction between the drug and excipients. The in-vitro drug release of Itopride Hydrochloride loaded SR tablet up to 12 hours in 0.1 N HCl was conducted and observed to be maximum in F3 with 87.34±5.33% and minimum in F6 with 77±5.65 %. Drug release from the formulations were significant compared to the marketed product of Itopride Hydrochloride (p<0.05). The data were analyzed by Tukey post hoc multiple comparison test.

scholarly journals Formulation and invitro evaluation of oral extended release microspheres of aceclofenac using various natural polymers

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 58-66
Author(s):  
Syed abid ali ◽  
Syed mujtaba pasha ◽  
Omair sohail ahmed ◽  
Omer wasiq ◽  
Mohammed mukaram ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sodium Alginate ◽  
Oral Route ◽  
Aqueous System ◽  
Fickian Diffusion ◽  
Release Mechanism ◽  
Natural Polymers ◽  
Drug Release Mechanism ◽  
Microsphere Method

In the present work, bioadhesive microspheres of Aceclofenac using Sodium alginate along with Carbopol 934, Carbopol 971, HPMC K4M as copolymers were formulated to deliver Aceclofenac via oral route. The results of this investigation indicate that ionic cross-linking technique Ionotropic gelation method can be successfully employed to fabricate Aceclofenac microspheres. The technique provides characteristic advantage over conventional microsphere method, which involves an “all-aqueous” system, avoids residual solvents in microspheres. FT-IR spectra of the physical mixture revealed that the drug is compatible with the polymers and copolymers used. Micromeritic studies revealed that the mean particle size of the prepared microspheres was in the size range of 512-903µm and are suitable for bioadhesive microspheres for oral administration. The in-vitro mucoadhesive study demonstrated that microspheres of Aceclofenac using sodium alginate along with Carbopol934 as copolymer adhered to the mucus to a greater extent than the microspheres of Aceclofenac using sodium alginate along with Carbopol 971 and HPMC K4M as copolymers. The invitro drug release decreased with increase in the polymer and copolymer concentration. Analysis of drug release mechanism showed that the drug release from the formulations followed non-Fickian diffusion and the best fit model was found to be Korsmeyer-Peppas. Based on the results of evaluation tests formulation coded T4 was concluded as best formulation.

scholarly journals FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF MUCOADHESIVE MICROSPHERES OF AN ANTI-MIGRAINE DRUG

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 465-474
Author(s):  
S PADMA PRIYA ◽  
AN Rajalakshmi ◽  
P Ilaveni
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Sodium Alginate ◽  
Release Kinetics ◽  
Drug Loading ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Entrapment Efficiency ◽  
Polyvinyl Pyrrolidone ◽  
Anti Migraine Drug

Objective: The objective of this research work is to develop and evaluate mucoadhesive microspheres of an anti-migraine drug for sustained release. Materials and Methods:  Mucoadhesive microspheres were prepared by emulsification method using Sodium alginate (SA), polyvinyl pyrrolidone (PVP) and Chitosan in the various drug-polymer ratios of 1:1, 1:2 and 1:3. Nine  formulations were formulated and  evaluated for  possible drug polymer interactions, percentage yield, micromeritic properties, particle size, drug content, drug entrapment efficiency, drug loading, swelling index, In-vitro wash off test, in vitro  drug release, surface morphology and release kinetics. Results: The results showed that no significant drug polymer interaction in FTIR studies. Among all the formulations SF3 containing sodium alginate showed 77.18% drug release in 6hrs. Conclusion: Amongst the developed mucoadhesive microspheres, SF3 formulation containing sodium alginate exhibited slow and sustained release in a controlled manner and it is a promising formulation for sustained release of Sumatriptan succinate. Keywords: Mucoadhesive microspheres, Sodium alginate, polyvinyl pyrrolidone, Chitosan, sustained release.

scholarly journals FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF FENOVERINE FLOATING TABLETS

2021 ◽  
pp. 175-180
Author(s):  
RASHMITHA V ◽  
MADHUSUDAN RAO Y ◽  
PAVANI S
Keyword(s):  
Sodium Alginate ◽  
Xanthan Gum ◽  
In Vitro Release ◽  
Angle Of Repose ◽  
In Vitro Dissolution ◽  
Release Time ◽  
Floating Tablets ◽  
Dissolution Studies ◽  
Weight Variation

Objective: The purpose of this research was to develop a fenoverine gastroretentive drug delivery system which, following oral administration should have the ability to enhance and prolong the period of gastric residence time (GRD) with the desired in vitro release profile. Methods: In the present study, fenoverine floating tablets were prepared using an effervescent method using sodium bicarbonate and citric acid as a gas-generating agent. The tablets were formulated using direct compression technology using xanthan gum and sodium alginate as polymers. Pre-compression powders were evaluated for angle of repose, bulk density, tapped density, Carr’s index, and Hausner’s ratio, and the prepared tablets were evaluated for weight variation, thickness, diameter, hardness, friability, drug content, floating lag time, total floating time, and in vitro dissolution studies. The formulations were optimized for the different concentrations of xanthan gum, sodium alginate, and their combinations. Results: All the prepared formulations showed well in vitro buoyancy. The tablets remained buoyant for 6–12 h. The in vitro drug-release pattern of fenoverine floating tablets was adapted to different kinetic models with the highest regression to zero-order and Korsmeyer-Peppas, and the mechanism was found to be a Fickian mechanism. Conclusion: Out of all the formulations prepared, in vitro dissolution studies of the F4 formulation were found to be maximum than other batches, which exhibited desired sustained release time followed by acceptable floating properties.

scholarly journals FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF SUSTAINED RELEASE MATRIX TABLETS OF LEVOSULPIRIDE BY USING NATURAL POLYMER

2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 285
Author(s):  
S Shanmugam
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Xanthan Gum ◽  
Diffusion Mechanism ◽  
Matrix Tablets ◽  
In Vitro Dissolution ◽  
Release Kinetic ◽  
Natural Polymers ◽  
In Vitro Drug Release

Objective: The objective of the present study was to develop sustained release matrix tablets of levosulpiride by using natural polymers.Method: The tablets were prepared with different ratios of Chitosan, Xanthan gum and Guar gum by wet granulation technique. The solubility study of the levosulpiride was conducted to select a suitable dissolution media for in vitro drug release studies.Results: Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) study revealed no considerable changes in IR peak of levosulpiride and hence no interaction between drug and the excipients. DSC thermograms showed that no drug interaction occurred during the manufacturing process. In vitro dissolution study was carried out for all the formulation and the results compared with marketed sustained release tablet. The drug release from matrix tablets was found to decrease with increase in polymer ratio of Chitosan, Xanthan gum and Guar gum.Conclusion: Formulation LF3 exhibited almost similar drug release profile in dissolution media as that of marketed tablets. From the results of dissolution data fitted to various drug release kinetic equations, it was observed that highest correlation was found for First order, Higuchi’s and Korsmeyer equation, which indicate that the drug release occurred via diffusion mechanism.  Keywords: Levosulpiride, sustained release tablets, natural polymers, in vitro drug release studies 

scholarly journals Formulation and evaluation of nanoparticulate ofloxacin ophthalmic gel using ionic gelation method

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 73-78
Author(s):  
B Syed Salman ◽  
Mohd Abdul Hannan Baig
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Dosage Form ◽  
Entrapment Efficiency ◽  
Release Mechanism ◽  
Ionic Gelation ◽  
In Vitro Drug Release ◽  
Entire Study ◽  
Drug Content ◽  
Higuchi Model

Oflaxacin is an ophthalmic and topical anti-bacterial agent used in the management of Allergic conjunctivitis, Trachoma, Blepharitis. The basic idea behind the development of such a system is to maintain a sustained drug release from the dosage form. Oflaxacin is suitable candidate for formulation into sustained dosage form in order to prolong the release of drug. The drug-excipient compatibility studies were carried out by using FTIR technique. Based on the results, excipients were found to be compatible with ofloxacin. In preformulation study, estimation of Ofloxacin was carried out by systronics UV spectrophotometer at λmax 284nm using distilled water, which had a good reproducibility and this method was used in entire study. Formulation was prepared by using ionic gelation method .The response drug content, entrapment efficiency, diffusion, spreadability, In vitro drug release was evaluated Drug content ranging from to 82.6 % to 91.24% entrapment efficiency values are ranged from 91.25% to 94.02% and in -vitro drug release studies are also studied. The In-vitro drug release study of Ofloxacin was carried out by using In-vitro diffusion apparatus.100ml of using tear fluid was taken in a beaker. The solution was stirred with 100rpm by maintaining the temperature of 37˚c ± 5˚c. The drug release data were explored for this type of release mechanism followed. The best fit with the highest determination R2 coefficients was shown by both the models (zero and peppas) followed by Higuchi model which indicate the drug release via diffusion mechanism. However as indicated by the values of R both of the models (zero and peppas) followed by Higuchi model were found to be efficient in describing the release of Ofloxacin.

scholarly journals Formulation and Evaluation of Sustained Release Floating Pellets of Amlodipine Besylate

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Bulk Density ◽  
Heart Diseases ◽  
In Vitro Release ◽  
Oral Route ◽  
Angle Of Repose ◽  
Amlodipine Besylate ◽  
Release Data

The aim of the present study is to design and develop sustained release pellets formulations for Amlodipine besylate. Amlodipine is an oral antihypertensive agent, commonly used as calcium channel blocker for treating high blood pressure. It is frequently used to treat heart diseases like angina pectoris. The dose of Amlodipine in case of hypertension or angina initially 5 mg daily later adjusted to 10 mg daily by oral route. Amlodipine has a maximum solubility in acidic pH. Amlodipine has a high bioavailability ranging from 60 to 80 % and slow rate of elimination. Amlodipine besylate at different drug to polymer ratios were prepared by extrusion and spheronization technique. The influence of the proportion of the polymer on the release rate of the drug from the pellets was studied. The in-vitro release studies of pellets were carried out in 0.1N HCl for 12 hours. The studies indicated that the drug release can be modulated by varying the concentration of the polymer. Pellets were prepared and evaluated for loose bulk density, tapped bulk density, compressibility index and angle of repose, shows satisfactory results. Formulation was optimized on the basis of acceptable pellet properties and in-vitro drug release. The resulting formulation produced robust pellets with acceptable drug content and low friability. The release data was fitted to various mathematical models such as, Higuchi, Korsmeyer- Peppas, First-order and Zero-order to evaluate the kinetics and mechanism of the drug release. Keywords: Sustained release, Ethyl cellulose, HPMC, Pellets, Amlodipine besylate

scholarly journals Formulation development and evaluation of voriconazole sustained release tablets

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (10) ◽  
pp. 165-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Manivannan Rangasamy ◽  
Venkata Krishna Reddy Palnati ◽  
Lakshmi Narayana Rao Bandaru
Keyword(s):  
Drug Release ◽  
Sustained Release ◽  
Angle Of Repose ◽  
Type I ◽  
Dissolution Test ◽  
Formulation Development ◽  
Drug Release Profile ◽  
Weight Variation ◽  
Sustained Release Tablets

The present study involves in the formulation and evaluation of sustained release tablets of Voriconazole (250mg). The objective of the present study was to formulate Voriconazole sustained release tablets by wet granulation method by using natural (Xanthan gum, Karaya gum) and semi synthetic polymers (HPMC K100M). Lactose was used as diluting agent, Magnesium stearate was used as a lubricant and Talc was used as a glident. These sustained release tablets can release the drug up to 12 hours in predetermined rate. The formulated powder blend was evaluated for bulk density, tapped density, compressibility index and angle of repose. The formulated tablets were evaluated for physical characteristics of sustained release tablets such as thickness, hardness, friability, weight variation and drug content. The results of the formulations found to be within the limits specified in official books. The tablets were evaluated for In-vitro drug release studies by using USP type I dissolution test apparatus. The dissolution test was performed in 0.1 N HCL for 2 hr and phosphate buffer pH 6.8 for 10hrs. The in-vitro cumulative drug release profile of all formulations F1-F10 at 12 hours showed 84.25% to 99.82% drug release, respectively. From the data it was clear that by increasing the amount of polymer in the formulation the amount of drug release was decreased. Hence, Formulation F9 was the most promising formulation as it gives satisfactory release (99.82%) for 12 hours and F9 found to be the best formulation.DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/icpj.v2i10.16410 International Current Pharmaceutical Journal, September 2013, 2(10): 165-169

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