Polymers

Abstract Background: The current research work was aimed to optimize and develop Pulsatile Drug Delivery Systems (PDDS) of esomeprazole so as to control the nocturnal acid breakthrough in ulcer patients. Materials and Methods: Microparticles separately for Delayed Immediate Release (DIR) and…
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This study aims to investigate the potential use of polymer inclusion in the phospholipid-based solid dispersion approach for augmenting the biopharmaceutical performance of Aprepitant (APT). Initially, different polymers were screened using the microarray plate method to assess their ability to…
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Abstract Pills are a cornerstone of medicine but can be challenging to swallow. While liquid formulations are easier to ingest, they lack the capacity to localize therapeutics with excipients nor act as controlled release devices. Here we describe drug formulations based on liquid in situ-forming…
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Abstract Developing safe and effective formulations for the geriatric and pediatric population is a challenging task due to issues of swallowability and palatability. The lack of standardized procedures for pediatric formulations further complicates the process. Manipulating adult formulations…
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The interplay between drug and polymer chemistry and its impact on drug release from an amorphous solid dispersion (ASD) is a relatively underexplored area. Herein, the release rates of several drugs of diverse chemistry from hydroxypropyl methylcellulose acetate succinate (HPMCAS)-based ASDs were…
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Abstract The aim of this study was to develop a new respirable powder (RP) formulation of pirfenidone (PFD) with sustained release properties to ameliorate the pharmacokinetic drawbacks of the previously-developed PFD-RP on rapid elimination from the lung after insufflation. Based on screenings…
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Abstract Despite the advantages of topical administration in the treatment of skin diseases, current marketed preparations face the challenge of the skin's barrier effect, leading to low therapeutic effectiveness and undesirable side effects. Hence, in recent years the management of skin wounds,…
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Wounds are a daily occurrence that requires wound dressings to prevent infections and promote healing. Various wound dressing types are used in clinics to prevent infections and promote healing, and dressings vary with the wound's severity and complexity. Hydrogel-based wound dressing offers several…
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Abstract Ocular drug delivery is challenging due to the presence of tissue barriers and clearance mechanisms. Most widely used topical formulations need frequent application because of poor permeability, short retention, and low bioavailability. Invasive intraocular injections and implants that…
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Abstract This review provides a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing (AM) or 3D-printing (3DP) applications in the pharmaceutical industry, with a particular focus on the critical role of polymer selection. By providing insights into how material properties influence the 3DP process and…
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