Análisis por FTIR y DSC de complejos polielectrolito entre Eudragit® E100 y ácido benzoico como evidencia de hidrólisis de los grupos éster del polímero / FTIR and DSC analysis of polyelectrolyte complexes between Eudragit® E100 and benzoic acid as evidence of hydrolysis of the polymer ester groups

RESUMEN La obtención de complejos polielectrolito entre el polímero catiónico Eudragit® E100 y moléculas aniónicas, con neutralización adicional de un ácido inorgánico, ha sido una práctica recurrente en el área de investigación de estos sistemas de liberación controlada. En el presente trabajo se buscó estudiar el efecto de la adición del ácido fuerte en el polímero, para ello se llevó a cabo la obtención por evaporación de solvente de diez complejos (de diferente composición entre Eudragit® E100 y ácido benzoico o ácido clorhídrico) y de cuatro ionómeros (sin el activo), a los cuales se les realizó análisis por FTIR y DSC. Los resultados demostraron la obtención de los respectivos complejos polielectro-lito y de los ionómeros; además los espectros de FTIR revelaron la relación directa entre la reacción de hidrólisis de los grupos ésteres del polímero y la proporción de HCl adicionada. Los termogramas, por su parte, evidenciaron la existencia de una reacción en el polielectrolito (PE), la cual se favoreció en aquellas composiciones en las que el proceso de hidrólisis ocurrió en mayor magnitud. El proceso de hidrólisis que se describe en el presente estudio debe tenerse en consideración en las futuras investigaciones en el campo, ya que su ocurrencia podría tener implicaciones en las diversas variables que se evalúan en este tipo de sistemas.

SUMMARY Polyelectrolyte complexes obtention between Eudragit® E100 (cationic polymer) and anionic molecules with additional neutralization of inorganic acids is a common practice in the development of these systems. In the present work the addition of strong acid effect on polymer structure was evaluated through FTIR and DSC analysis of a set of ten complexes with different composition (between Eudragit® E100 and benzoic acid) and four ionomers (without the preservative) obtained by solvent evaporation technique. Results demonstrated the complexes and ionomers formation. FTIR spectra revealed direct relationship between polymer ester groups hydrolysis reaction and the amount of HCl added. The thermograms, on the other hand, evidenced the existence of a reaction in the polyelectrolyte, which was favored in those compositions with more hydrolysis process. The degradation reaction described in this study should be taken into consideration in future research, since its occurrence could have implications in variables evaluated in this type of systems.

Polysaccharides-based multiparticulated interpolyelectrolyte complexes for controlled benznidazole release.

Polysaccharides-based delivery systems and interpolyelectrolyte complexes (IPECs) are interesting alternatives to control the release of drugs, thereby improving therapies. Benznidazole (BZ) is the selected drug for Chagas disease pharmacotherapy. However, its side effects limit its efficacy and safety. We developed novel multiparticulated BZ-loaded IPECs based on chitosan and alginic acid, and investigated their physicochemical and pharmacotechnical properties. IPECs were obtained using the casting solvent method, followed by wet granulation. They presented ionic interaction between the biopolymers, revealed that free BZ was uniformly distributed and showed adequate flow properties for hard gelatin-capsule formulation. The multiparticles exhibited mucoadhesion properties and revealed modulation of BZ release, depending on the release media, in accordance with the fluid uptake. The IPECs developed possess interesting properties that are promising for the design of novel alternatives to improve Chagas disease pharmacotherapy, which would diminish BZ's adverse effects and/or allow a reduction in the frequency of BZ administration.

Multi-kinetic release of benznidazole-loaded multiparticulate drug delivery systems based on polymethacrylate interpolyelectrolyte complexes.

Interpolyelectrolyte complexes (IPEC) formulated as multiparticulate drug delivery systems (MDDS) are interesting carriers to improve drug' performance. Benznidazole (BZ) is the first-line drug for Chagas treatment; however, it presents side effects and toxicity, conditioning its efficacy and safety. The goal of this work was to obtain novel MDDS composed by IPEC based on different polymethacrylate carriers loaded with BZ and to investigate in vitro drug delivery performance for oral administration. Physicochemical characterizations were studied and preclinical studies in a murine model of acute Chagas disease were also performed. The MDDS composed by BZ-loaded IPEC based on polymethacrylates were obtained by casting solvent followed by wet granulation methods with yields >83%. FT-IR demonstrated ionic interaction between the polyelectrolytes. Confocal microscopy, DSC and PXRD revealed a fraction uniformly distributed of free BZ on the multiparticles. The rheological evaluation of the MDDS showed adequate flow features for their formulation in hard gelatin-capsules. The type and composition of IPEC conditioned the modulation of BZ release and fluid uptake results. MDDS based on more hydrophylic Eudragit® showed very fast dissolution (Q15min > 85%), while an extended release (Q120min ≤ 40%) for the hydrophobic ones was observed. Capsules containing a combination of two MDDS with different release profile of BZ showed promising properties to improve Chagas disease pharmacotherapy in the preliminary in vivo assay performed, in which the BZ-loaded MDDS exhibited efficacy to reduce parasitemia, while decreasing the levels of liver injury markers in comparison to BZ conventional treatment. Multi-kinetic BZ delivery systems developed are interesting pharmaceutical alternatives to improve the treatment of Chagas disease.

Bioadhesive and biocompatible films as wound dressing materials based on a novel dendronized chitosan loaded with ciprofloxacin.

The bioadhesive polymeric films as topical drug delivery systems are interesting alternatives to improve the pharmacotherapy and patient compliances. New derivate biomaterials based on weisocyanate- dendronized PVP- crosslinked chitosan and loaded with ciprofloxacin (CIP), as model drug, were used to prepare bioadhesive films. Relevant in vitro/in vivo attributes to define main physicochemical and biopharmaceutical characteristics for topical wound-healing applications were evaluated. A high proportion of CIP, uniformly dispersed along throughout the film, was loaded. An extended release of CIP and different behaviors of release profiles, depending on the presence of dendron, were observed. The films loaded with CIP were effective in inhibiting the growth of both Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. In addition, biocompatibility and bioadhesion into conjuntival-sacs of the rabbits suggests that these films have good properties to be applied over skin wounds for topical applications, allowing a reduction of the frequency of administration and improving the residence time of the films.

Application of 1-Dimensional and 2-Dimensional Solid-State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy to the Characterization of Morphine, Morphine Hydrochloride, and Their Hydrates.

The detailed knowledge of the solid forms of a drug is a key element in pharmaceutical development. Morphine (MOR) is an opiate alkaloid widely used to treat severe acute and chronic pain. Much of the available information on its solid state dates from several decades ago. In order to obtain updated and reliable information, 1-dimensional (1D) and 2-dimensional solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy were used and complemented with powder X-ray diffraction, FTIR, and Raman spectroscopy and thermal analysis. 13C cross-polarization with magic angle spinning 1D spectra accomplish a complete identification of the related forms of MOR. Remarkably, 1H-13C heteronuclear correlation spectra together with FTIR results gave clear evidence that neither MOR nor its hydrate crystallizes as a zwitterion. Our results indicate that the hydrogen bonds in the anhydrate forms have a different nature or strength than in their respective hydrates. The unique information obtained would be useful for the characterization of MOR as a bulk drug, dosage forms, and future developments.

Interaction between DNA and Drugs Having Protonable Basic Groups: Characterization through Affinity Constants, Drug Release Kinetics, and Conformational Changes.

This paper reports the in vitro characterization of the interaction between the phosphate groups of DNA and the protonated species of drugs with basic groups through the determination of the affinity constants, the reversibility of the interaction, and the effect on the secondary structure of the macromolecule. Affinity constants of the counterionic condensation DNA-drug were in the order of 106. The negative electrokinetic potential of DNA decreased with the increase of the proportion of loading drugs. The drugs were slowly released from the DNA-drug complexes and had release kinetics consistent with the high degree of counterionic condensation. The circular dichroism profile of DNA was not modified by complexation with atenolol, lidocaine, or timolol, but was significantly altered by the more lipophilic drugs benzydamine and propranolol, revealing modifications in the secondary structure of the DNA. The in vitro characterization of such interactions provides a physicochemical basis that would contribute to identify the effects of this kind of drugs in cellular cultures, as well as side effects observed under their clinical use. Moreover, this methodology could also be projected to the fields of intracellular DNA transfection and the use of DNA as a carrier of active drugs.

Very fast dissolving acid carboxymethylcellulose-rifampicin matrix: Development and solid-state characterization.

One of the main obstacles to the successful treatment of tuberculosis is the poor and variable oral bioavailability of rifampicin (RIF), which is mainly due to its low hydrophilicity and dissolution rate. The aim of this work was to obtain a hydrophilic new material that allows a very fast dissolution rate of RIF and therefore is potentially useful in the development of oral solid dosage forms. The acid form of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) was co-processed with RIF by solvent impregnation to obtain CMC-RIF powder, which was characterized by polarized optical microscopy, powder x-ray diffraction, DSC-TGA, hot stage microscopy, 13C and 15N solid-state NMR and FT-IR spectroscopy. In addition, the CMC-RIF matrices were subjected to water uptake and dissolution studies to assess hydrophilicity and release kinetics. CMC-RIF is a crystalline solid dispersion. Solid-state characterization indicated that no ionic interaction occurred between the components, but RIF crystallized as a zwitterion over the surface of CMC, which drastically increased the hydrophilicity of the solid. The CMC-RIF matrices significantly improved the water uptake of RIF and disintegrated in a very short period immediately releasing RIF. As CMC improves the hydrophilicity and delivery properties of RIF, CMC-RIF is very useful in the design of oral solid dosage forms with very fast dissolution of RIF, either alone or in combination with other antitubercular drugs.

A novel gel based on an ionic complex from a dendronized polymer and ciprofloxacin: Evaluation of its use for controlled topical drug release.

The development and characterization of a novel, gel-type material based on a dendronized polymer (DP) loaded with ciprofloxacin (CIP), and the evaluation of its possible use for controlled drug release, are presented in this work. DP showed biocompatible and non-toxic behaviors in cultured cells, both of which are considered optimal properties for the design of a final material for biomedical applications. These results were encouraging for the use of the polymer loaded with CIP (as a drug model), under gel form, in the development of a new controlled-release system to be evaluated for topical administration. First, DP-CIP ionic complexes were obtained by an acid-base reaction using the high density of carboxylic acid groups of the DP and the amine groups of the CIP. The complexes obtained in the solid state were broadly characterized using FTIR spectroscopy, XRP diffraction, DSC-TG analysis and optical microscopy techniques. Gels based on the DP-CIP complexes were easily prepared and presented excellent mechanical behaviors. In addition, optimal properties for application on mucosal membranes and skin were achieved due to their high biocompatibility and acute skin non-irritation. Slow and sustained release of CIP toward simulated physiological fluids was observed in the assays (in vitro), attributed to ion exchange phenomenon and to the drug reservoir effect. An in vitro bacterial growth inhibition assay showed significant CIP activity, corresponding to 38 and 58% of that exhibited by a CIP hydrochloride solution at similar CIP concentrations, against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, respectively. However, CIP delivery was appropriate, both in terms of magnitude and velocity to allow for a bactericidal effect. In conclusion, the final product showed promising behavior, which could be exploited for the treatment of topical and mucosal opportunistic infections in human or veterinary applications.

Analgesia enhancement and prevention of tolerance to morphine: beneficial effects of combined therapy with omega-3 fatty acids.

OBJECTIVES: Recent evidence associates omega-3 fatty acids (O3) with pain reduction. The aim of this work was to evaluate the antinociceptive effect of O3, either alone or in combination with morphine after acute and chronic administration in rats. As well, a new pharmaceutical mixture that allows the concomitant administration of O3 and morphine as an oral solution was developed. METHODS: Animals were fed on a control or an experimental diet supplemented with O3. They were subjected to the hot-plate test to assess analgesic effect and tolerance to the analgesic effect of morphine. The open-field test was carried out to determine if the differences in the response latency can be related to non-specific sedative effects. KEY FINDINGS: O3 dietary supplementation increased the response latency compared with the control group. Acute treatment with morphine in these groups resulted in an additive antinociceptive effect not related to locomotor activity. Chronic coadministration of morphine with O3 attenuated the development of tolerance. Oral administration of the new pharmaceutical mixture showed analgesic activity with a subtherapeutic dose of morphine. CONCLUSION: This finding suggests a role for O3 as adjuncts to opioids in pain therapy and might contribute to the reduction of the occurrence of morphine side-effects.

Extemporaneous benznidazole oral suspension prepared from commercially available tablets for treatment of Chagas disease in paediatric patients.

OBJECTIVE: To develop an extemporaneous 1% benznidazole (BNZ) suspension, with masked taste and adequate stability starting from available commercial tablets. The quality of compounding was evaluated through content uniformity measurement and physical and microbiological stability evaluation, under different storage conditions during 90 days. METHODS: Six batches of 1% BNZ suspension were prepared using safe excipients currently available in a galenic area of Hospital Pharmacy and then stored at 5 and 25 °C for 90 days. The BNZ content was determined by UV spectrophotometry. Physical stability was defined as the absence of colour, odour and/or flavour changes and the re-suspension of solid phase by a reasonable amount of simple 15-s shaking. The compliance with microbiological attributes of non-sterile pharmaceutical products was also evaluated. RESULTS: An oral liquid suspension, containing 1% of BNZ, was developed from commercially available BNZ tablets. The formulations stored for 90 days were easily re-dispersed after a simple 15-s shaking, ensuring the pouring of a liquid volume containing the desired dose of BNZ. All samples were within the acceptable range of BNZ concentration with minimal standard deviations. There were no detectable changes in colour, odour, viscosity, pH and microbial growth, complying with official quality requirements. The quality attributes were not affected by storage, room or refrigeration conditions or by the frequent opening or closing of the multidose containers. CONCLUSION: Paediatric oral liquid suspension containing 1.0% of BNZ was easily prepared starting from commercial tablets, being an interesting alternative for optimising the paediatric treatment of Chagas disease.

Formulation and quality control of semi-solid containing harmless bacteria by-products: chronic wounds pro-healing activity.

Chronic wounds are those that remain in a chronic inflammatory state and fail to follow normal healing process. Infection is one of the most important causes of chronicity. A frequent pathogen isolated from chronic infections is Pseudomonas aeruginosa; refractory to therapy and host immune attack in its biofilm phenotype. Lactobacillus plantarum cultures supernatants (LAPS) interfere with its pathogenic capacity. In addition, LAPS showed bacteriostatic and bactericide properties and is neither cytotoxic nor an inductor of necrosis-apoptosis. LAPSs chemical composition was determined; allowing us to propose a correlation between its constituents and their biological activity. This article shows a pharmaceutical dosage form designed by using LAPS as an API with pro-healing activity and its quality control. Pharmacotechnical and anti-microbial assays were adapted to demonstrate that the vehicle used does not modify LAPS activities. Selected formulation (F100) showed fair mechanical and technological properties. From the in vitro release assays was found an adequate release from the carrier matrix and maintains its anti-pathogenic activity for 6 months. We propose F100 for chronic wounds treatment. The use of harmless bacteria by-products, such as LAPS, to antagonize infectious pathogens that have ability to form biofilm is an efficient and economic approach to treat infected chronic wounds.

Enhanced intestinal permeability and oral bioavailability of enalapril maleate upon complexation with the cationic polymethacrylate Eudragit E100.

The low bioavailability of enalapril maleate associated to its instability in solid state motivated the development of a polyelectrolyte-drug complex between enalapril maleate and the cationic polymethacrylate Eudragit E100. The solid complexes were characterized by DSC-TG, FT-IR and X-ray diffraction. Their aqueous dispersions were evaluated for drug delivery in bicompartimental Franz cells and electrokinetic potentials. Stability in solid state was also evaluated using an HPLC-UV stability indicating method. Absorption of enalapril maleate was assessed thorough the rat everted gut sac model. In addition, urinary recovery after oral administration in rats was used as an indicator of systemic exposition. The solid materials are stable amorphous solids in which both moieties of enalapril maleate are ionically bonded to the polymer. Their aqueous dispersions exhibited controlled release over more than 7h in physiologic saline solution, being ionic exchange the fundamental mechanism that modified the extent and rate of drug release. Intestinal permeation of enalapril maleate was 1.7 times higher in the presence of the cationic polymer. This increase can be related with the capacity to adhere the mucosa due to the positive zeta potential of the complexes. As a consequence bioavailability was significantly improved (1.39 times) after oral administration of the complexes. In addition, no signs of chemical decomposition were observed after a 14months period. The results indicated that the products are new chemical entities that improve unfavorable properties of a useful drug.

Eudragit E100® potentiates the bactericidal action of ofloxacin against fluoroquinolone-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

We report the enhanced bactericidal activity of ofloxacin in drug-containing Eudragit E100(®) dispersions (EuCl-OFX) against Pseudomonas aeruginosa and the effect of the cationic polymer on bacterial membrane. Organisms treated with EuCl-OFX showed changes in cell morphology, altered outer membrane (OM) and cytoplasm with low electrodensity areas. Zeta potential of bacterial surface was shifted to positive. Sensitization to lytic agents was also observed. A profound effect on bacterial size, granularity and membrane depolarization was found by flow cytometry. Cultures exposed to drug-free polymer also showed some damaged bacterial membranes, but there was no significant cell death. Inhibition of P. aeruginosa by EuCl-OFX may involve surface effect and, to some extent, permeation effect. The cationic polymer act to mitigate the electronegativity of cell surface in the process of disorganizing the OM, rendering it more permeable to antibiotic. In addition, cytoplasmic membrane depolarization turns bacterial cell more vulnerable. The effects on membranes combined with the mechanism of action of quinolone explain the improved bactericidal action exhibited by EuCl-OFX. The behavior described for Eudragit E100(®) against P. aeruginosa may be a useful tool to broaden the spectrum of antibiotics whose clinical use is limited by the impermeability of the bacterial OM.

SAR analysis of new dual targeting fluoroquinolones. Implications of the benzenesulfonyl group.

When a benzenesulfonyl moiety (BS) was bound to the N-piperazinyl ring of antibacterial fluoroquinolones (AMFQs) norfloxacin (NOR) or ciprofloxacin (CIP), the resulting benzenesulfonyl-fluoroquinolone (BSFQs) analogs showed an improved in vitro activity against Gram-positive strains. A bioisosterical replacement of the sulfonyl group for a carbonyl group led to the benzenecarboxamide-fluoroquinolones (BCFQs) that showed a similar trend in the antibacterial activity and spectrum. The BSFQs and BCFQs are considered members of the "dual targeting" fluoroquinolones, targeting both DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. To disclose the real contribution of the BS/BC moiety in anti-staphylococcal activity, a 3D-QSAR analysis that included calculation of theoretical molecular descriptors and pharmacophore generation was performed. Previous and present QSAR results have confirmed the positive influence on activity of small electron donating p-substituent on the BS or BC moiety. The generated phamacophore model showed that both phenyl and SO2/CO groups are involved in the interaction with receptor. We postulate that the enhanced potency of BSFQs against Staphylococcus aureus compared to CIP and NOR could be caused by the presence of the BS moiety that resulted in enhanced binding to DNA gyrase of Sa. Additionally, their greater ability to enter bacterial cells by diffusion and a reduced susceptibility to FQ-specific efflux pumps could also make a contribution.

Studies of pilocarpine:carbomer intermolecular interactions.

The interactions between pilocarpine (PIL) and the anionic polyelectrolyte carbomer (CBR) were investigated. The effects of the chemical interactions on the chemical stability of the drug also were evaluated. The binary system was characterized by nuclear magnetic resonance techniques, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray powder diffraction, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and thermal analysis. The experiments showed that the complex, prepared by freeze-drying, is a solid amorphous form different from its precursors, thereby offering an interesting alternative for the preparation of extended release matrices. The solution stability of PIL was studied at pH 7 and 8, at 70 °C. The PIL solution stability was evaluated alone and in the presence of CBR. Results indicated that the drug in the presence of the polymer is 3.3 and 3.5 times more stable, at pH 7 and pH 8, respectively, than the drug without CBR. The activation energy and the frequency factor, according to Arrhenius plot, were estimated to be 13.9 ± 0.4 and 14.8 ± 0.5 kcalmol(-1), and 6.1 ± 0.3 and 7.6 ± 0.3, with and without the polymer, respectively.

Preparación y caracterización fisicoquímica de complejos polielectrolito-diclofenaco / Preparation and physicochemical characterization of some polyelectrolyte-diclofenac complexes

La interacción ácido-base entre un polielectrolito y un fármaco ionizable podría conllevar a la formación de complejos iónicos. Este tipo de nano-estructuras permitiría obtener propiedades fisicoquímicas diferentes a las del fármaco original, que se podría reflejar en variaciones de la solubilidad, de la estabilidad y del comportamiento de liberación del fármaco, entre otras. Este estudio se realizó para establecer si la solubilidad del diclofenaco podría verse modificada por la formación de complejos polielectrolito-fármaco con el Eudragit® E. Los complejos se elaboraron mediante el método de evaporación del solvente; se caracterizaron al estado sólido por espectroscopía infrarroja y difracción de rayos X y se les determinó la solubilidad aparente. Los resultados evidenciaron la formación del complejo en cada caso, denominados EuD50, EuD50Cl10, EuD50Cl25 y EuD50Cl35. Los valores de solubilidad aparente, fueron 431 y 1498 veces más altos para los complejos EuD50Cl25 y EuD50Cl35, respectivamente, cuando se empleó el agua como solvente; y 3674 y 10412 veces mayor en solución fisiológica, al compararlas con el fármaco sin complejar. Se concluyó que los complejos formados poseen solubilidades diferentes a la del fármaco original, con potencial aplicación en el diseño de formas farmacéuticas líquidas homogéneas.

Estandarización de celdas de Franz para la realización de ensayos de liberación de fármacos a partir de complejos con polielectrolitos / Standardization of Franz cells to evaluate drugs release from drug-polyelectrolyte complexes

En el presente estudio se realizó la estandarización de las condiciones de operación de algunas celdas de Franz, sistema que permite realizar la evaluación de la liberación de compuestos biológicamente activos como una de sus aplicaciones. Para ello se seleccionaron y caracterizaron dos complejos obtenidos entre Eudragit® y ácido benzoico como modelos a emplear, de acuerdo con su solubilidad. Se evaluó su comportamiento de liberación en diferentes condiciones operacionales del ensayo y los resultados se evaluaron empleando el modelo de Korsmeyer-Peppas y el análisis estadístico correspondiente. El análisis de Korsmeyer-Peppas demostró que el mecanismo de liberación del ácido benzoico se ajusta a la ley de difusión de Fick, en algunos casos. Las condiciones operacionales definidas para el ensayo de liberación en las celdas de Franz fueron las siguientes: la concentración del ácido benzoico en la dispersión de complejo en el compartimento donor, 0,07%; la velocidad de agitación, 400 rpm; el volumen de muestreo, 1 mL y la frecuencia de muestreo según un esquema determinado. Se demostró la reproducibilidad del ensayo de liberación en las condiciones operacionales definidas, mediante análisis de varianza.

This paper presents the studies carried out about the standardization of the operational conditions of some Franz Cells; this system allows evaluating the drug release, among others. To this purpose, two Eudragit E- benzoic acid complexes were selected and characterized, as models due to their solubility. After that, the outstanding operational variables were established and evaluated at different levels. The delivery profiles analysis applying the Korsmeyer-Peppas model showed that the release mechanism of benzoic acid was Fick diffusion, in some cases. The operational conditions: benzoic concentration in the complex dispersion in the donor compartment, 0,07%; agitation speed, 400 rpm; volume (1 mL) and frequency sampling according to specific scheme, were determined. The delivery assay reproducibility was demonstrated in the established operational conditions by statistically analysis (ANOVA).

Interaction between Eudragit® E100 and anionic drugs: addition of anionic polyelectrolytes and their influence on drug release performance.

In this work, we report results concerning the study of solid complexes compounded by a cationic polymethacrylate (Eudragit® E100, Eu) and mesalazine (M) (Eu-M(x) complex). The influence of an anionic polyacrylic acid polymer (carbomer, C) on dissolution behavior of M from the complex was evaluated (Eu-M(x) C(y) complex). The dissolution profiles and solvent front movements of solid matrices in different media (water, buffer pH 7.4, 0.9% NaCl) were investigated and ionic interactions among Eu, M, and C were determined through Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy. For Eu-M(x) complexes, the affinity between M and Eu modulated the delivery of free M in solution, with the dissolution media affecting the delivery rate mainly due to an ionic interchange process between M and anionic electrolytes (i.e., Cl(-)). FTIR spectroscopy allowed the ionic interaction between Eu and M to be verified. The addition of C (Eu-M(x) C(y) ) influenced the dissolution behavior of these matrices. As the amount of C was increased, the release mechanism changed from diffusion (Eu-M(50) ) or anomalous (Eu-M(100)) to zero order (Eu-M(x) C(50)). This variation in rate delivery was also affected by the dissolution media, as occurred with Eu-M(x) complexes. The formation of the gel layer during the dissolution process, as consequence of Eu-M(x) C(y) matrices hydration, was influenced by C amount and dissolution media.

Apparent molar volumes of the anesthetic drugs procaine-HCl and lidocaine-HCl in water at temperatures from 278.15 to 313.15 K / Volúmenes molares aparentes de los anestésicos procaína-HCl y lidocaína-HCl en agua a temperaturas entre 278.15 y 313.15 K

Lidocaine-HCl and procaine-HCl are local anesthetic drugs widely used in minor chirurgic procedures, nevertheless, physicochemical information about their volumetric behavior, as well as for other aqueous properties, is not complete at present. In this context, in this article, densities of aqueous solutions of both drugs have been measured as a function of concentration (from 0.0500 to 0.5000) mol kg–1 at several temperatures, i.e. 278.15, 283.15, 288.15, 293.15, 298.15, 303.15, 308.15, and 313.15 K. The apparent molar volumes and partial molar volumes at infinite dilution for the electrolyte drugs were calculated, whereas, the partial molar volumes at infinite dilution and partial molar expansibilities for the molecular forms were also calculated. The dependence of these properties with temperature is shown. The results are interpreted in terms of interaction solute-solvent.

La lidocaína-HCl y procaína-HCl son anestésicos locales ampliamente usados en procedimientos quirúrgicos menores, sin embargo la información fisicoquímica acerca de su comportamiento volumétrico, así como de otras propiedades fisicoquímicas, aún es incompleta en la actualidad. Por esta razón, en este artículo se presentan los valores de densidad de algunas soluciones acuosas de estos dos fármacos en función de la concentración (desde 0,0500 hasta 0,5000) mol kg–1 a diferentes temperaturas (278,15, 283,15, 288,15, 293,15, 298,15, 303,15, 308,15 y 313,15 K). Así mismo se presentan los volúmenes molares aparentes y volúmenes molares parciales a dilución infinita de los fármacos como electrolitos, y de otro lado, los volúmenes molares parciales a dilución infinita de los fármacos moleculares y las expansibilidades molares, los cuales fueron calculados a partir de los valores de densidad y composición de las mezclas. Los resultados obtenidos se interpretan en términos de interacciones soluto-solvente.

Colloidal properties of amiodarone in water at low concentration.

Amiodarone aqueous systems at concentrations C