Probucol release from novel multicompartmental microcapsules for the oral targeted delivery in type 2 diabetes.
AAPS PharmSciTech
; 16(1): 45-52, 2015 Feb.
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ABSTRACT
In previous studies, we developed and characterised multicompartmental microcapsules as a platform for the targeted oral delivery of lipophilic drugs in type 2 diabetes (T2D). We also designed a new microencapsulated formulation of probucol-sodium alginate (PB-SA), with good structural properties and excipient compatibility. The aim of this study was to examine the stability and pH-dependent targeted release of the microcapsules at various pH values and different temperatures. Microencapsulation was carried out using a Büchi-based microencapsulating system developed in our laboratory. Using SA polymer, two formulations were prepared empty SA microcapsules (SA, control) and loaded SA microcapsules (PB-SA, test), at a constant ratio (130), respectively. Microcapsules were examined for drug content, zeta potential, size, morphology and swelling characteristics and PB release characteristics at pH 1.5, 3, 6 and 7.8. The production yield and microencapsulation efficiency were also determined. PB-SA microcapsules had 2.6 ± 0.25% PB content, and zeta potential of -66 ± 1.6%, suggesting good stability. They showed spherical and uniform morphology and significantly higher swelling at pH 7.8 at both 25 and 37°C (p < 0.05). The microcapsules showed multiphasic release properties at pH 7.8. The production yield and microencapsulation efficiency were high (85 ± 5 and 92 ± 2%, respectively). The PB-SA microcapsules exhibited distal gastrointestinal tract targeted delivery with a multiphasic release pattern and with good stability and uniformity. However, the release of PB from the microcapsules was not controlled, suggesting uneven distribution of the drug within the microcapsules.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Probucol
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Cápsulas
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Preparaciones de Acción Retardada
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Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
AAPS PharmSciTech
Asunto de la revista:
FARMACOLOGIA
Año:
2015
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Australia