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9 articles for “Mucoadhesive Polymers”
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Evaluation of Mucoadhesive Polymers for Nasal Delivery of Herbal Bioactives
Abstract: A study assessed mucoadhesive polymers for intranasal herbal bioactive administration with higher residence time and mucosal permeability. Chitosan, Carbopol® 934P, and HPMC K15M were utilized to manufacture mucoadhesive nasal gels with standardized herbal bioactive fractions. Formulations were examined for pH, viscosity, spreadability, drug content, mucoadhesive strength, in-vitro release, ex-vivo penetration, and short-term stability. All formulations demonstrated a suitable pH for nasal usage and uniform drug content (97.48 ± 1.12% to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1680–1689 Read article
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Enhancing Peptic Ulcer Therapy: Innovations in Mucoadhesive Drug Delivery
Abstract: Peptic ulcer disease is still a sincere gastrointestinal demand makes medication administration difficult because of the harsh and changing stomach environment. This paper investigates the potential of using mucoadhesive drug delivery devices to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of peptic ulcer therapies. Due to the inherent characteristics of mucoadhesive drug delivery systems, localized and sustained drug release is made possible by their extended contact and adherence to the gastrointestinal tract's …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 62–76 Read article
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pH-Triggered In-Situ Nasal Gel Systems for Migraine Therapy: A Review
Abstract: Intranasal drug delivery has gained considerable attention as a non-invasive route for delivering drugs to both systemic circulation and the central nervous system, particularly for the treatment of migraine. Traditional nasal formulations such as sprays and drops often show poor therapeutic performance due to rapid mucociliary clearance and limited retention within the nasal cavity. To overcome these challenges, in-situ gel systems have been designed, which transform from a liquid to …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Gastro Retentive Drug Target System: Its Needs, Advantages, Limitation and Approaches
Abstract: Background: Gastro retentive drug delivery systems (GRDDS) address limitations of oral therapy for drugs with poor solubility, instability at intestinal pH, or narrow absorption windows by prolonging gastric residence and increasing contact with the gastric mucosa. Objectives: To review GRDDS approaches—floating systems, mucoadhesive systems, and super porous hydrogels—with emphasis on formulation strategies and polymer–excipient selection to enhance gastric retention, modulate buoyancy/swelling/adhesion, and ultimately improve oral bioavailability and therapeutic outcomes for …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Ocular Films as a Drug Delivery System Against Fungal Infections: Current Insights and Future Directions
Abstract: Fungal infections of the eye, including keratitis, endophthalmitis, and blepharitis, represent a challenging class of ocular diseases due to their potential for vision loss and the limited efficacy of existing treatments. These infections are caused by a range of pathogenic fungi, such as Aspergillus, Candida, and Fusarium species, and often require long-term therapeutic intervention. Conventional topical antifungal therapies, such as eye drops and ointments, suffer from poor ocular bioavailability due …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 101–109 Read article
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Bio-Inspired Membranes in Oral Drug Delivery: A Pathway to Enhanced Permeability and Targeted Therapy
Abstract: Bio-inspired membranes in oral drug delivery represent a significant advancement in pharmaceutical technology, harnessing principles of natural biological systems to improve drug permeability, bioavailability, and targeted release. This review discusses the design, materials, and fabrication techniques used in bio-inspired membranes, with a focus on materials like chitosan, silk fibroin, and synthetic polymers that mimic biological structures. By exploring the mechanisms of drug permeation, such as mucoadhesion and selective permeability, bio-inspired …
Published in International Journal of Membranes · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 39–52 Read article
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Floating In-Situ Gel for Gastric Retention Delivery
Abstract: When taken orally, medications with a limited window of absorption in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) are typically accessible to the extremities due to the partial release of the active component and the brief residence period at the absorption site. Because they prolong the duration of the drug's presence in the stomach, they are made with high density and have the capacity to swell. Because oral fluids go more quickly through …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 24–32 Read article
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Oral Thin Films of Ondanetron Hcl: Formulation and Performance Evaluation
Abstract: This study had the goal to formulate oral polymeric thin film that would dissolve and disintegrate instantly, while also having high mechanical features. These are the most advanced forms of solid dosage forms. Solvent casting was the technique employed to create oral thin films. These are additionally referred to as buccal films/strip, mouth dissolving films, oral thin films, as well as oral strips of paper. These films are suitable for …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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A Brief Review on Herbal Excipients
Abstract: Natural or herbal excipients are significantly more advantageous than their synthetic equivalents because they are readily available, non-toxic, and less expensive. The pharmaceutical industries are becoming more interested in using these herbal excipients – mainly polymers of natural origin – in formulation development because of growing knowledge of them. The purpose of this study is to provide light on the possibility of using natural excipients, which are biocompatible and able …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 5–14 Read article