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Chitosan-coated CMC and carbopol hydrogel beads for controlled release of metformin in diabetes…
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Background: Current research aims to fabricate carboxymethyl cellulose sodium (CMC-Na) and carbopol hydrogel beads. Gleichzeitig, beads were coated with chitosan to enhance the controlled release of the drug Metformin HCl (MET), which serves as a model drug for diabetes mellitus (DM).…
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Application or function of cyclodextrin in insulin and cell delivery for efficient diabetic…
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Diabetes mellitus (DM) poses a significant global health challenge, with escalating prevalence rates and associated complications necessitating urgent attention. Traditional insulin delivery methods, such as multiple daily subcutaneous injections, present challenges in terms of patient…
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Development of double-coated microparticles for improved oral insulin delivery in diabetes…
Purpose: To formulate double-coated insulin-loaded polymer-based microparticles (MPs) for oral delivery of insulin.
Methods: Different formulations of insulin-loaded MPs were prepared using polyethylene glycol 4000 (PEG 4000) and chitosan as primary coat and Eudragit® RL 100 as secondary coating…
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Sodium Alginate Beads Containing Epalrestat for Effective Management of Diabetic Mellitus
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Epalrestat is the most common Aldose reductase inhibitor (ARI) approved for blood glucose management in several countries and has also shown efficacy in preventing the onset of diabetic neuropathy (DN), and diabetic retinopathy. The present study aims to formulate and evaluate…
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Critical updates on oral insulin drug delivery systems for type 2 diabetes mellitus
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Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by insulin resistance, leading to elevated blood sugar levels. Exogenous insulin can counteract the diminished response to insulin and effectively controlling blood glucose levels, thereby minimizing diabetes-related…
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Experimental and Theoretical Design on the Development of Matrix Tablets with Multiple Drug Loadings…
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Background: Diabetes is a growing global health crisis that requires effective therapeutic strategies to optimize treatment outcomes. This study aims to address this challenge by developing and characterizing extended-release polymeric matrix tablets containing metformin hydrochloride…
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Core-shell aerogel design for enhanced oral insulin delivery
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Current protein-based therapies often rely on intravenous and subcutaneous injections leading to patient discomfort due to the need for frequent administration. Oral administration route presents a more patient-friendly alternative, but overcoming the challenge of low drug…
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Development of dual drug loaded-hydrogel scaffold combining microfluidics and coaxial 3D-printing…
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Treating diabetic retinopathy (DR) effectively is challenging, aiming for high efficacy with minimal discomfort. While intravitreal injection is the current standard, it has several disadvantages. Implantable systems offer an alternative, less invasive, with long-lasting effects drug…
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Recent advances in polymer-based nanoformulations for enhancing oral drug delivery in diabetes
Diabetes is a long-term metabolic disorder caused by issues with insulin production or response in the body. This leads to high levels of glucose in the blood, which can cause other health problems. People with diabetes are advised to eat healthily and stay active to manage their blood sugar levels.…
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Encapsulation of bioactive compounds in foods for diabetics – sources, encapsulation…
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia and is a disease with an increasing prevalence. Hyperglycemia triggers abnormalities in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and can cause complications. This disease is caused by poor lifestyles, such as food consumption…
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