Gastro-retentive floating beads of curcumin β-cyclodextrin complex to treat stomach tumors

The aim of present study was to develop a multi-unit gastro-retentive floating dosage form of curcumin with targeted and sustained release characteristics. Although, protective effect of curcumin against inflammation and cancer is well documented, the clinical potential is underutilized owing to the physicochemical properties of the molecule which lead to poor oral bioavailability. Aqueous solubility of curcumin was enhanced by complex formation with β-cyclodextrin (β-CD). This complex with enhanced solubility profile was further used to prepare multiple unit floating beads. Floating beads of curcumin β-cyclodextrin complex (FBCC) were prepared by dripping a mixture of sodium alginate and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose solution into calcium chloride solution acidified with acetic acid. FBCC were evaluated for percent drug entrapment, diameter, surface topography, buoyancy,<em> in vitro</em> release and pharmacodynamic activity against Benzo(a) pyrene [B(a)P] induced forestomach papillomas in albino female mice (Balb/C strain). The investigation revealed that floating beads possessed optimum formulation characteristics. The drug release from FBCC was fickian and sufficiently sustained for 12 h. Results of antitumor studies against B(a)P induced neoplasia of forestomach suggests that the tumor incidence significantly reduced (50%) using FBCC where as pure curcumin resulted in only 25% reduction. A multi-unit floating dosage form of curcumin β-CD complex possessing sustained release characteristics was developed for targeting gastric tumors. Results of i<em>n vitro</em> studies and anti-tumor studies in animals suggest that FBCC can be safely and effectively used to treat neoplasia of stomach. However, these preliminary investigations warrant further pharmacokinetic studies and clinical evaluation in humans

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Formulation development and in-vitro/ex-vivo evaluation for a polysaccharide-based colon targeted matrix tablet

Current Drug Delivery ◽

10.2174/1567201818666210708121739 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 ◽

Author(s):

Mohsina Shaikh ◽

Neha Desai ◽

Munira Momin ◽

Lokesh Kumar Bhatt

Keyword(s):

Sustained Release ◽

Dosage Form ◽

Ex Vivo ◽

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose ◽

Matrix Tablets ◽

Matrix Tablet ◽

Dissolution Profile ◽

Metoprolol Succinate ◽

Gum Ghatti

Objective: The objective of this study was to develop and optimize a microflora-triggered colon targeted sustained-release dosage form using gum ghatti (GG) and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC K100). Methods: GG and HPMC K100 were used to prepare microflora triggered colon targeted sustained-release dosage form. For evaluation, two different tablets comprising metoprolol succinate and mesalamine as an active ingredient were used with the objective of developing a platform technology for various categories of drugs. The tablets were coated with Eudragit® L100 and Eudragit® S100 to provide enteric coating and evaluated for hardness, thickness, friability, weight variation, disintegration, and drug content. In vitro release studies for the prepared tablets were carried out mimicking the physiological transit time. Further, the effects of microflora were evaluated using rat cecal content. Results: The in vitro dissolution profile of coated matrix tablets showed that 86.03±0.43% of metoprolol succinate and 80.26±0.67% of mesalamine were released at the end of 12 h. The ex vivo dissolution profile of coated matrix tablets showed that 96.50±0.27% of metoprolol succinate and 92.58±0.39% of mesalamine were released at the end of 12 h in the presence of rat ceacal content. The developed formulation was stable when subjected to the standard ICH stability study conditions. Conclusion: The result of this study showed that gum ghatti together with hydroxypropyl methylcellulose could be successfully used for the preparation of microflora triggered colon targeted matrix tablets.

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ALGINATE BASED GASTRO-RETENTIVE RAFT FORMING TABLETS FOR ENHANCED BIOAVAILABILITY OF TINIDAZOLE

International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics ◽

10.22159/ijap.2017v9i1.15757 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 16

Author(s):

Sreejan Manna ◽

Kanchi Jayasri ◽

Kancherla Radha Annapurna ◽

Lakshmi Kanta Kanthal

Keyword(s):

Drug Release ◽

Solid Dispersion ◽

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose ◽

Aqueous Solubility ◽

Lag Time ◽

In Vitro Dissolution ◽

Major Barrier ◽

Gastric Residence Time ◽

Gastro Retentive

Objective: Tinidazole, a nitroimidazole derivative is having low aqueous solubility which is a major barrier for systemic drug absorption. The aim of the present research was to develop gastro retentive raft forming tablets of tinidazole to achieve prolonged gastric residence time and thus higher bioavailability.Methods: Solid dispersion of tinidazole was prepared by kneading method by using methanol and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP). Different concentration of sodium alginate and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) was used to formulate a suitable raft forming tablets and then evaluated for drug content, floating lag time, raft strength, raft volume, raft weight, drug release and release kinetics.Results: Fourier transform infra-red (FT-IR) study confirms compatibility between drug and polymer. The floating lag time was found in the range of 40±4 to 60±5 s for all the formulation. Raft strength for all the formulations was within the range from 3.03±0.12 to 5.92±0.06 g. The raft volume for all the formulation was found within the range of 7.37±1.86 to 9.84±2.76 ml. Raft weight was measured after completion of raft formation for each formulation and was found in the range of 5.21±1.17 to 7.88±1.95 g. In vitro dissolution was carried up to 8 h and percentage of drug release was found to vary between 79.71±2.18 to 94.32±1.79 %.Conclusion: It can be concluded that the combination of solid dispersion and raft formation increases the bioavailability of tinidazole in tablet formulation.

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Development and In Vitro-In Vivo Evaluation of a Novel Sustained-Release Loxoprofen Pellet with Double Coating Layer

Pharmaceutics ◽

10.3390/pharmaceutics11060260 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 11 (6) ◽

pp. 260 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Dongwei Wan ◽

Min Zhao ◽

Jingjing Zhang ◽

Libiao Luan

Keyword(s):

Citric Acid ◽

Drug Release ◽

Sustained Release ◽

Release Rate ◽

Diffusion Rate ◽

Immediate Release ◽

Pharmacokinetic Studies ◽

Release Tablet

This study aimed to develop a novel sustained release pellet of loxoprofen sodium (LXP) by coating a dissolution-rate controlling sub-layer containing hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (HPMC) and citric acid, and a second diffusion-rate controlling layer containing aqueous dispersion of ethyl cellulose (ADEC) on the surface of a LXP conventional pellet, and to compare its performance in vivo with an immediate release tablet (Loxinon®). A three-level, three-factor Box-Behnken design and the response surface model (RSM) were used to investigate and optimize the effects of the citric acid content in the sub-layer, the sub-layer coating level, and the outer ADEC coating level on the in vitro release profiles of LXP sustained release pellets. The pharmacokinetic studies of the optimal sustained release pellets were performed in fasted beagle dogs using an immediate release tablet as a reference. The results illustrated that both the citric acid (CA) and ADEC as the dissolution- and diffusion-rate controlling materials significantly decreased the drug release rate. The optimal formulation showed a pH-independent drug release in media at pH above 4.5 and a slightly slow release in acid medium. The pharmacokinetic studies revealed that a more stable and prolonged plasma drug concentration profile of the optimal pellets was achieved, with a relative bioavaibility of 87.16% compared with the conventional tablets. This article provided a novel concept of two-step control of the release rate of LXP, which showed a sustained release both in vitro and in vivo.

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Improving the Solubilization and Bioavailability of Arbidol Hydrochloride by the Preparation of Binary and Ternary β-Cyclodextrin Complexes with Poloxamer 188

Pharmaceuticals ◽

10.3390/ph14050411 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 14 (5) ◽

pp. 411

Author(s):

Md. Khalid Anwer ◽

Muzaffar Iqbal ◽

Mohammad Muqtader Ahmed ◽

Mohammed F. Aldawsari ◽

Mohd Nazam Ansari ◽

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Keyword(s):

Antiviral Agent ◽

Aqueous Solubility ◽

Phase Solubility ◽

Pharmacokinetic Studies ◽

Solubility Curve ◽

Cyclodextrin Complexes ◽

Poloxamer 188 ◽

The Stability

In the current study, the effect of poloxamer 188 on the complexation efficiency and dissolution of arbidol hydrochloride (ADL), a broad-spectrum antiviral agent, with β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) was investigated. Phase solubility studies confirmed a stoichiometry of a 1:1 ratio for both ADL:β-CD and ADL/β-CD with a 1% poloxamer 188 system with an AL type of phase solubility curve. The stability constants (K1:1) calculated from the AL type diagram were 550 M-1 and 2134 M-1 for AD:β-CD and ADL/β-CD with 1% poloxamer 188, respectively. The binary ADL/β-CD and ternary ADL/β-CD with 1% poloxamer 188 complexes were prepared by kneading and a solvent evaporation method and were characterized by aqueous solubility, FTIR, PXRD, DSC and SEM in vitro studies. The solubility (13.1 fold) and release of ADL were markedly improved in kneaded ternary ADL/β-CD with 1% poloxamer 188 (KDB). The binding affinity of ADL and β-CD was confirmed by 1H NMR and 2D ROSEY studies. The ternary complex (KDB) was further subjected for in vivo pharmacokinetic studies in rats and a significant improvement in the bioavailability (2.17 fold) was observed in comparison with pure ADL. Therefore, it can be concluded that the solubilization and bioavailability of ADL can be remarkably increased by ADL/β-CD complexation in the presence of a third component, poloxamer 188.

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PREPARATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF NANOCRYSTALS FOR SOLUBILITY AND DISSOLUTION RATE ENHANCEMENT OF PALIPERIDONE USING DIFFERENT HYDROPHILIC CARRIERS: IN VITRO-IN VIVO STUDY

Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research ◽

10.22159/ajpcr.2018.v11i4.24964 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 11 (4) ◽

pp. 393

Author(s):

Moon Rajkumar ◽

Gattani Surendra

Keyword(s):

Dissolution Rate ◽

Antipsychotic Agent ◽

Aqueous Solubility ◽

In Vivo Study ◽

Scanning Calorimetry ◽

Antisolvent Precipitation ◽

Enhanced Solubility ◽

Pure Drug

Objective: The objective of this study was to increase the solubility and dissolution rate of paliperidone (PAL) by preparing its nanocrystals using different hydrophilic carriers by antisolvent precipitation technique.Methods: The nanoparticles (NP) were characterized for aqueous solubility, drug content, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, particle size, and in vitro-in vivo analysis.Results: The results showed improved solubility and dissolution rate of NPs when compared to pure drug and physical mixture (PM). Solubility data showed a linear graph giving an indication that there is a gradual increase in the solubility profile of the drug with an increase in concentration of the carriers. At highest concentration, the solubility of NPs with Plasdone S630, Povidone K-25, and PVP K-30 found to be increased by 12 folds, 9 folds and 6 folds, respectively, as compared to pure drug. The release profile of NPs with Plasdone S630 in terms of dissolution efficiency at 60 min (DE60), initial dissolution rate (IDR), amount release in 15 min (Q15 min), and time for 75% release (t75%) shows better results when compared to pure drug, PM, and also NPs with povidone 25 and povidone 30. In vivo study reveals that optimized NPs elicited significant induction of cataleptic behavior which is the indication of antipsychotic agent(s) effect.Conclusion: The process antisolvent precipitation under constant stirring may be a promising method to produce stable PAL NPs with markedly enhanced solubility and dissolution rate due to nanonization with the increased surface area, improved wettability, and reduced diffusion pathway.

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In-Vitro Functionality of Clozapine Biphasic Release Minitablet Using Advanced Statistical Tools

Drug Delivery Letters ◽

10.2174/2210303111666210412163605 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 ◽

Author(s):

Hardik Rana ◽

Rushikesh Chaudhari ◽

Vaishali Thakkar ◽

Tejal Gandhi

Keyword(s):

Drug Release ◽

Sustained Release ◽

Ethyl Cellulose ◽

Dosage Form ◽

Immediate Release ◽

Solid Dosage Form ◽

Solid Dosage ◽

Precipitation Inhibitor

Background: The better control of the drug release with immediate effect is the major concern to achieve better therapeutic action and patient compliance. The failure of the solid dispersion complex during storage as well as in-vivo is another concern for the oral solid dosage form. Objective: The prime objective of the present study was to optimize the biphasic minitablet incorporating quality by design approach using the combination of waxy erodible and water-impermeable excipients. Exploration of Soluplus as a precipitation inhibitor and Dexolve as a solubility enhancer in oral solid dosage form was the secondary objective. Methods: The drug-Excipient compatibility study was assessed by FTIR. Clozapine was chosen as a model drug that has poor aqueous solubility. The complex was formulated using B-cyclodextrin or HP B-CD or Dexolve by kneading method. The screening of solubility enhancers and their amount were performed based on phase solubility study. The precipitation inhibitor was screened as per the parachute effect study. Immediate release minitablets were formulated using a direct compression method using different disintegrating agents. The IR minitablets were evaluated for different evaluation parameters. The sustained release minitablets was formulated by hot-melt granulation technique incorporating the Precirol ATO 5 as a waxy excipient and ethyl cellulose as water impermeable excipient. The SR minitablet was optimized using a central composite design. The amount of Precirol ATO 5 and ethyl cellulose were chosen as independent variables and % drug release at 1, 6, and 10 h was selected as responses. The designed batches were evaluated for different pre and post compressional parameters. The IR and SR minitablets were filled in a capsule as per dose requirement and evaluated for in-vitro drug release. The in-vivo plasma concentration was predicted using the Back calculation of the Wagner – Nelson approach. Results: Drug – Excipient study revealed that no significant interaction was observed. Dexolve was screened as a solubility enhancer for the improvement of the solubility of clozapine. The Soluplus was chosen as a precipitation inhibitor from the parachute effect study. The immediate-release tablet was formulated using Prosolv EASYtab SP yield less disintegration time with better flowability. The sustained release mini-tablet was formulated using Precirol ATO 5 and ethyl cellulose. Two-dimensional and three-dimensional plots were revealed the significant effect of the amount of Precirol ATO 5 and ethyl cellulose. The overlay plot locates the optimized region. The in-vitro drug release study revealed the desired drug release of the final combined formulation. The in-vivo plasma concentration-time confirms the drug release up to 12h. Conclusion: The biphasic mini-tablets were formulated successfully for better control of drug release leads to high patient compliance. The use of soluplus as a precipitation inhibitor is explored in the oral solid dosage form for a poorly aqueous drug. Prosolv EASYtab SP was incorporated in the formulation as super disintegrant. The amount of Precirol ATO 5 and ethyl cellulose had a significant effect on drug release in sustained-release minitablet. The approach can be useful in the industry.

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SUSTAINED RELEASE HYDROPHILIC MATRICES BASED ON XANTHAN GUM AND HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE: DEVELOPMENT, OPTIMIZATION, IN VITRO AND IN VIVO EVALUATION

Journal of Applied Pharmacy ◽

10.21065/19204159.2.89 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 2 ◽

pp. 89-103

Author(s):

Muhammad Sajid Hamid Akash . ◽

Ikram Ullah Khan . ◽

Syed Nisar Hussain Shah . ◽

Sajid Asghar . ◽

Asif massud . ◽

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Keyword(s):

Sustained Release ◽

Xanthan Gum ◽

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose ◽

In Vivo Evaluation ◽

Hydrophilic Matrices

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Response Surface Optimization of Sustained Release Metformin-Hydrochloride Matrix Tablets: Influence of Some Hydrophillic Polymers on the Release

ISRN Pharmaceutics ◽

10.5402/2012/364261 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 2012 ◽

pp. 1-10 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Amitava Roy ◽

Kalpana Roy ◽

Sarbani Roy ◽

Jyotirmoy Deb ◽

Amitava Ghosh ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Drug Release ◽

Sustained Release ◽

Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose ◽

Dissolution Kinetics ◽

Matrix Tablets ◽

Metformin Hydrochloride ◽

Wet Granulation ◽

Matrix Tablet ◽

Response Surface Optimization

The aim of the present work was designed to develop a model-sustained release matrix tablet formulation for Metformin hydrochloride using wet granulation technique. In the present study the formulation design was employed to statistically optimize different parameters of Metformin hydrochloride tablets at different drug-to-polymer ratios employing polymers Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose of two grades K4M and K100M as two independent variables whereas the dependent variables studied were X60, X120, T50, T90, n, and b values obtained from dissolution kinetics data. The in vitro drug release studies were carried out at simulated intestinal fluids, and the release showed a non-Fickian anomalous transport mechanism. The drug release was found to reveal zero order kinetics. The granules and the tablets were tested for their normal physical, morphological, and analytical parameters and were found to be within the satisfactory levels. There were no significant drug-polymer interactions as revealed by infrared spectra. It has been found out that on an optimum increased Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose K100M concentration and decreased Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose K4M concentration the formulations were elegant in terms of their release profiles and were found to be statistically significant and generable.

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