Mechanochemical synthesis of telmisartan-based co-amorphous solid dispersions with enhanced solubility and unexpected cytotoxic synergy on normal cell lines
Marika Turek , Katarzyna Gach-Janczak , Ewa Różycka-Sokołowska , Krzysztof Owsianik , Piotr Bałczewski
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Abstract
Telmisartan (TEL), an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB), has poor bioavailability due to its low solubility. To improve dissolution profile and potential therapeutic efficacy of this drug, six TEL-based co-amorphous solid dispersions (SDs) were synthesized using mechanochemical neat grinding with various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs): hydrochlorothiazide (HCT), amlodipine (AMLO), amlodipine besylate (AMLO-Bes), and rosuvastatin sodium (ROS-Na). The resulting binary and ternary SDs were characterized using X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC). Stability tests confirmed that most SDs were stable for at least 12 months, except for the TEL/HCT system, which recrystallized after two months. Dissolution studies revealed 4–5 fold improvement in TEL release from co-amorphous SDs, especially in formulations with excipients. Cytotoxic activity was evaluated against cancerous (HepG2, MCF-7, HL-60) and normal (HUVEC and MCF-10A) cell lines. The studies revealed a clear synergistic cytotoxic effect of the TEL and ROS-Na combination, which is even more marked on normal cells.
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The aim of Advanced Powder Technology is to meet the demand for an international journal that integrates all aspects of science and technology research on powder and particulate materials. The journal fulfills this purpose by publishing original research papers, rapid communications, reviews, and translated articles by prominent researchers worldwide.
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