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Antioxidant
Impact of antioxidant addition on drug dissolution: Implications for NDSRI mitigation biowaivers
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Nitrosamine impurities have garnered recent attention due to their presence in pharmaceuticals and their mutagenic risks. Recent studies have emphasized controlling impurities and suggest ways to mitigate the further formation of nitrosamines by the addition of antioxidants to tablets and…
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Bioadhesive Eudragit RL®100 Nanocapsules for Melanoma Therapy: A Repurposing Strategy for…
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Background/Objectives: Cutaneous melanoma is a potent neoplasm whose advancement is linked to catecholamine-induced angiogenesis through β-adrenergic receptors. Propranolol (PROP), a non-selective β-blocker, holds potential in oncology, but its systemic side effects restrict its viability.…
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Development and Characterization of α-Lipoic Acid Amorphous Solid Dispersion for Improved Oral…
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α-Lipoic acid (LA), a naturally occurring antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent, has limited aqueous solubility and bioavailability which hinders its clinical application. To overcome these limitations, in this study, we have developed LA solid dispersion (LASD) using soluplus (SOL) to…
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Ethyl-Cellulose Nanosponges for Topical Delivery of Simvastatin with Preferential Skin Retention for…
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Novel topical nanosponges were implemented to improve the skin availability of simvastatin (SV) for treating full-thickness wounds while controlling the scarring process. SV exhibits great potential in treating various skin diseases owing to its antibacterial, antioxidant,…
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Phosphatidylcholine – More than just Choline
What is Phosphatidylcholine?
Phosphatidylcholine is the fat-soluble form of the vitamin-like substance choline and an important phospholipid for the human body. The molecule consists of a water-soluble choline head and two fat-soluble fatty acids including polyunsaturated ones.…
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Investigation of Curcumin-β-Cyclodextrin Complex Release in Injectable Hyaluronic Acid/Quince Seed…
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Injectable hydrogels play a crucial role in various biomedical applications, serving as fillers in tissue engineering, facilitating cell repair, and contributing to the development of drug delivery systems. This study aims to investigate the release of dissolved curcumin from a new…
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Impact of antioxidant excipients on N-nitrosamine formation and bioequivalence in metformin…
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The discovery of N-nitrosamine impurities in pharmaceutical products has raised serious quality concerns, particularly in metformin products, which are widely used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The detection of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) in metformin products has led to…
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Hybrid Nanocomposite Mini-Tablet to Be Applied into the Post-Extraction Socket: Matching the…
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Background/Objectives: Following tooth extraction, resveratrol (RSV) can support healing by reducing inflammation and microbial risks, though its poor solubility limits its effectiveness. This study aims to develop a solid nanocomposite by embedding RSV in lipid nanoparticles (mLNP) within…
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Lipid Nanovesicles for Antioxidant Delivery in Skin: Liposomes, Ufasomes, Ethosomes, and Niosomes
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The skin, being the largest organ of the human body, serves as the primary barrier against external insults, including UV radiation, pollutants, and microbial pathogens. However, prolonged exposure to these environmental stressors can lead to the generation of reactive oxygen species…
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Innovative formulations for the ocular delivery of coenzyme Q10
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Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is a lipophilic antioxidant agent that plays a crucial role in the mitochondrial electron transport chain. The neuroprotective role of CoQ10, countering mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress, suggests its potential as an adjuvant for ocular…
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