CBD

Abstract Aim This study aimed to fabricate and evaluate three different SEDDS formulations to improve the oral bioavailability of cannabidiol (CBD). CBD has limited oral bioavailability due to its lipophilicity and extensive first-pass metabolism. By using different emulsifiers in the SEDDS…
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Abstract Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are highly prevalent among women and those assigned female at birth, and frequently necessitate the administration of systemic antibiotics, which contributes to the antibiotic resistance crisis due to overuse and suboptimal patient adherence. This study…
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The present study aims to develop and characterize cannabidiol (CBD) solid dispersions using Vacuum Compression Molding (VCM) to enhance the drug solubility and release profile. Solid dispersions of CBD and polymers were processed using VCM at 130 °C for 4 min after a prior physical mixing. Five…
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Cannabidiol (CBD) has received great scientific interest due to its numerous therapeutic applications. Degradation in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, first-pass metabolism, and low water solubility restrain bioavailability of CBD to only 6% in current oral administration. Lipid-based nanocarriers…
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Abstract In addition to the known therapeutic indications for cannabidiol, its administration by inhalation appears to be of great interest. Indeed, there is evidence of cannabidiol's efficacy in several physiological pathways, suggesting its potential for a wide range of applications for both…
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Abstract Background: Emerging evidence supports cannabidiol (CBD) as a promising therapeutic compound for various health conditions, despite its approval as a medication (product for medical purposes) remaining restricted to a limited range of clinical indications. Simultaneously, the regulation of…
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Abstract Background: Cannabidiol (CBD) is an approved treatment for childhood epilepsies and a candidate treatment for several other CNS disorders. However, it has poor oral bioavailability. We investigated the effect of a novel lipid formulation on its absorption in humans and on its tissue…
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Cannabidiol (CBD) is a highly lipophilic compound with poor oral bioavailability, due to poor aqueous solubility and extensive pre-systemic metabolism. The aim of this study was to explore the potential of employing Hot Melt Extrusion (HME) technology for the continuous production of Self…
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The main active cannabinoids in extracts of Cannabis sativa L., cannabidiolic acid (CBDA) and tetrahydrocannabinolic acid (THCA), are known for their pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory, analgesic, psychedelic, anti-cancer, and anti-spasmodic activities. This study aimed to develop…
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Abstract Introduction: The development of a novel dosage form for cannabis extract is necessary to improve drug delivery and to also enhance patient convenience. Methods: Orally fast disintegrating wafer tablets containing cannabis extract, which were prepared using the freeze drying…
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