B Rama, Srujana K, K Sudhamani, Shweta Manoj Dhule, L Jyothi Rani, B Rajkamal, V Nagalaxmi
{"title":"Preparation of Allium Cepa Peel Extract-mediated Silver Nanoparticles: A Hair Dye Formulation.","authors":"B Rama, Srujana K, K Sudhamani, Shweta Manoj Dhule, L Jyothi Rani, B Rajkamal, V Nagalaxmi","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.023","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.023","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The burgeoning field of nanotechnology has ushered in innovative Novel drug delivery systems (NDDS) that enhance the efficacy, safety, and patient compliance of pharmaceutical treatments. This study explores the synthesis and application of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using green chemistry approaches, specifically leveraging plant extracts as reducing agents. AgNPs, known for their unique physical and chemical properties, including antimicrobial capabilities, offer significant potential in modern drug delivery. This study investigates the potential of using Allium cepa peel waste for the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles. This study also revealed the resultant formation of silver nanoparticles through microscopy and UV spectroscopy, which were further analyzed by Scanning Electron Microscopy. This green synthesis method not only aligns with environmentally friendly practices but also provides a cost-effective and scalable approach to nanoparticle production. We formulated a hair dye incorporating these AgNPs and evaluated its physicochemical parameters, demonstrating enhanced performance compared to control formulations without nanoparticles. This work underscores the promise of green-synthesized nanoparticles in developing advanced drug delivery systems, offering insights into future applications in anticancer and antimicrobial treatments. Our findings advocate for the broader adoption of sustainable nanotechnology in pharmaceutical sciences, potentially revolutionizing the treatment landscape with safer and more effective therapeutic options.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240023"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142081898","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Puneet Sudan, Venkateswara Rao Jallepalli, B Ramu, Bhargav Bhongiri, S D Shanmuga Kumar, Meruva Sathish Kumar, V Ravi Kumar
{"title":"Evaluation of Antidepresant Activity and Phytochemical Screening of Plant Cordia Dichotoma.","authors":"Puneet Sudan, Venkateswara Rao Jallepalli, B Ramu, Bhargav Bhongiri, S D Shanmuga Kumar, Meruva Sathish Kumar, V Ravi Kumar","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.020","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.020","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The traditional medicinal system of India, Ayurveda, has mentioned Cordia Dichotoma as a potential treatment for various ailments. In the current research, the extracts of Cordia Dichotoma was examined to evaluate their antidepressant potential.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Here, green leaves of Cordia Dichotoma were used to prepare chloroform, ethanol, and aqueous extracts (referred to as CdCe, CdEe, and CdAe respectively). The research focused on investigating the antidepressant effects of these extracts using behavioral models in experimental animals. Additionally, locomotor activity was assessed as part of the evaluation process.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Immobility time was reduced with CdEe Cordia Dichotoma rFST & mTST when at 200 mg/kg and 400 mg/kg body weight. The CdAe showed reduction in immobility time in the repeated rFST) at 400 mg/kg, while in the mTST, significant effects were observed at 200 and 400 mg/kg. Regarding the chloroform extract, it only exhibited a significant reduction in immobility time in the modified Tail Suspension Test (mTST) at a low dose of 200 mg/kg. However, no noticeable change in motor dysfunction was observed with CCl4 and aqueous extracts at doses of 200 and 400 mg/kg. It is worth noting that the chloroform extract (CdCe) did lead to a significant decrease in locomotor activity at the same dosage level. Taken together, these findings suggest that extracts obtained from Cordia Dichotoma leaves may possess antidepressant properties.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240020"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142074108","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Method Development and Validation of Lorlatinib by RP-HPLC.","authors":"Santhosh Illendula, Shailesh Sharma","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.009","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.009","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A simple, Accurate, precise method was developed for the estimation of the Lorlatinib in API form and Marketed pharmaceutical dosage form by RP-HPLC. Chromatogram was run through Hypersil C18 (4.6mm×150mm, 5µm) Particle size Column and Mobile phase containing Methanol and Water taken in the ratio of 25: 75% v/v was pumped through column at a flow rate of 1.0 ml/min. Temperature was maintained at 38ºC. Optimized wavelength selected was 310 nm. Retention times of Lorlatinib were found to be 3.513 minutes respectively. The %RSD for the Repeatability and Intermediate Precision of the Lorlatinib were found to be within limits. %Recovery was obtained 98.96% and it was found to be within the limits for Lorlatinib respectively. The LOD, LOQ values obtained from regression equations of Lorlatinib were 0.332µg/ml and 1.0078 µg/ml respectively. Regression equation of Lorlatinib was found to be y = 39948x + 16821 respectively. The Retention times was decreased and run time was decreased, so the method developed was simple and economical that can be adopted in regular Quality control test in Industries.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240009"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142005478","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Statistical Design Approach for the Formulation And Optimization of Nanosponges Using Poorly Water-soluble Candidate.","authors":"Ritu Verma, Pranshul Sethi, Sonali Rastogi, Vinayak Sahebrao Mundhe, Rajesh Ks, Saurabh Mishra, Mayur Rajendra Bhurat, Prasanthi Samathoti","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.021","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.021","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background and objectives: </strong>Nanosponges are one of the most innovative ways to use the newest developments in nanodrugs delivery. Nanosponges can catch drugs that dissolve in water or ones that don't. This work uses statistical design to find the best nanosponges for drugs that don't dissolve easily and make them.</p><p><strong>Material and methods: </strong>It was looked into how to statistically make the most of the effects of independent factors. The ethyl cellulose ratio and stirring rate were chosen based on how they affected the dependent variables, such as particle size and how well they were trapped. FTIR, SEM, zeta potential, entrapment efficiency, and particle size data were used to test the nanosponges that were made. Using carbopol, the best lot of nanosponges was added to the gel.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Using ethyl cellulose and polyvinyl alcohol as stabilizers in the emulsion liquid diffusion method, it was possible to make drug-loaded nanosponges. It was possible to make the nanosponges composition work better by using Central Composite Design. It has been seen that making drug-filled nanosponges improves stability.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The study showcased the enhanced capacity of a formulation with decreased particle size and high entrapment efficiency to disseminate effectively.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240021"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141989069","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Stability Development, Optimization and Evaluation of Gastro-Retentive Microspheres of Antidiabetic Agent by Full Factorial Design.","authors":"Yogesh Baburao Raut, Kalyan Chakravarthy Janjanam, Trinayan Deka, Vijay Gajananrao Thakare, Pramod Khobragade, Arul Prakasam K C, Ravindra Chandrakant Sutar, Rahul L Shirole","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.019","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.019","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This work is aimed to Formulate, Optimize and Evaluate Gastro-Retentive Microspheres of Antidiabetic Agent by Full Factorial Design.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Microspheres were prepared using Emulsification-cross linking technique. To this HPMC-K4M and Carbopol was dissolved in 250 ml of water and allowed to swell for 24 hr at room temperature. And separately chitosan was dissolved in 3% (v/v) glacial acetic acid and this also kept for 24 h to swell or dissolve properly. After 24hr this swelled mixture was mixed under magnetic stirrer (Remi, India) at specific stirring rate for 1hr in order to find homogeneous mass of both the gum. Then slurry of chitosan also was homogenized for half an hour. The drug, Glipizide (1g) was then added to the chitosan solution and mixed homogenesously.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The aim of the study was to formulate and evaluate microspheres, for Gastro-Retentive Microspheres of the chosen drug. The EE of microspheres was found to be 91.52%, maximum . Buoyancy property observed was 93.82% for Optimized formulation F-9, Drug release 57.34% till 8 h. The work also aims to study various parameters affecting the behaviour of microspheres in oral dosage form.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Drugs with short half-life that are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) are eliminated rapidly from the blood flow. To avoid this, the oral SR Gastro-retentive was developed as this formulation released the drug slowly into the GIT and maintained a stable drug concentration in the serum for a longer duration of time.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240019"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141894500","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Stability Indicating UPLC Method Development and Validation for the Quantitative Estimation of Pazopanib in Pure form and Marketed Pharmaceutical Dosage form.","authors":"Nerella Naveen Kumar, Shailesh Sharma","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.018","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.018","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>An analytical, accurate, precise, specific, efficient and simple Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography method has been developed and validated for the determination of Pazopanib in bulk and was applied on marketed Pharmaceutical Dosage form. The mobile phase used for the chromatographic runs consisted of 0.1% OPA Buffer and Acetonitrile in the ratio of 30:70% v/v. The separation was achieved on a BHEL UPLC column using isocratic mode. Pazopanib Drug peak were well separated and were detected by a PDA detector at 256 nm. The developed method was linear at the concentration range 6-14 μg/ml for Pazopanib. The method has been validated according to ICH guidelines with respect to system suitability, specificity, precision, accuracy and robustness. The LOD and LOQ for the Pazopanib were found to be 0.5853 µg/ml and 1.7738µg/ml respectively. The developed method is simple, precise, specific, accurate and rapid, making it suitable for estimation of Pazopanib in bulk and marketed pharmaceutical dosage form dosage form.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240018"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141894501","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluation of Synergistic Activity of Ethanolic Leaf Extracts of Tephrosia Purpurea and Bacopa Monnieri in Ulcer Induced Rats.","authors":"Ponnala Soumya, Suvendu Saha, Saketha Ram Palakurthy, Ravalya Pasupluleti","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.015","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.015","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To evaluate synergistic antiulcer activity of ethanolic extracts of Tephrosia purpurea and Bacopa monnieri in ulcer induced rats.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Ethanolic leaf extracts of both the plants were administered individually and in combination at a dose of 200mg/kg to ulcer induced male albino rats. Omeprazole 10mg/kg was used as standard. Pylorus ligation method, ethanol and indomethacin induced gastric ulcer models were the different gastric ulcer models selected for the induction of ulcer in rats. Ulcer index, ulcer score, total acidity, pH, percentage protection, volume of gastric juice were the parameters evaluated and compared in different groups in all the models.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Decrease in the ulcer score, ulcer index, total acidity was observed and percentage protection was significant(*p<0.05 and p<0.01) with the combination extract compared to group received individual plant extracts.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our results suggested that combination of two medicinal plants showed synergistic anti ulcer activity and decreased the formation of ulcer lesions in rats.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240015"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141752989","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muthadi Radhika Reddy, Madhavi Latha Samala, Narahari Kv, J K Shyamala, Parag Kulkarni, Bhargav Gunnepalli, Prasanthi Boddu, T Naga Aparna
{"title":"Formulation Development, Optimization and Evaluation of Flurbiprofen Microsponge Tablet for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) by using Box- Behnken Design.","authors":"Muthadi Radhika Reddy, Madhavi Latha Samala, Narahari Kv, J K Shyamala, Parag Kulkarni, Bhargav Gunnepalli, Prasanthi Boddu, T Naga Aparna","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.016","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.016","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, autoimmune and inflammatory disease that mostly impacts the joints. Chronotherapeutics refers to a treatment method in which in-vivo drug availability is timed to match rhythms of disease in order to optimize therapeutic outcomes and minimize side effects. Flurbiprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, indicated for the relief of inflammation.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The aim of the present study was to develop & optimize the microsponges based of Flurbiprofen tablet for Chronotherapeutics for enhanced therapeutic effect.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Microsponges were developed by Quasi Emulsion solvent diffusion method. Prepared microsponges were optimized in order to analyze the effects of independent variables like concentration of PVA (X1), Volume of Dichloromethane (X2) & stirring speed (X3) on the Entrapment Efficiency (Y1), Mean particle size (Y2) and Drug release at 8 hr (Y3) using box Behnken design. The optimized formulation was subjected to in vitro study and Comparison with marketed formulation. With release kinetics study.</p><p><strong>Result: </strong>The optimized formulation Batch (F-18) Show particle size of 49.12µm, entrapment efficiency of 87.46%, and drug release at 8 h 70.49%, which is under the acceptance criteria, which is more effective compared with Marketed tablet.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The results showed that, as stirring speed increases, the particle size decreases and entrapment efficiency increases. While volume of dichloromethane increases, particle size decreases. Morphology was found to be porous and spherical. Optimized batch of Flurbiprofen microsponge was further formulated in future for invivo study and clinical trials.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240016"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141752990","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evaluation of Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Activity of Ethanolic Extract of Medicinal Plants Baccaurea Ramiflora and Microcos Paniculata.","authors":"Suvendu Saha, T Shivaraj Gouda, Arunabha Mallik","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.014","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.014","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The present study was undertaken to investigate the antioxidant and antimicrobial effect of ethanolic leaf extract of Baccaurea ramiflora and Microcos paniculata.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>DPPH radical scavenging activity, Nitric oxide scavenging activity, Super oxide anion radical scavenging activity, Reducing power assay were used to assess antioxidant efficacy. Zone of Inhibition determination by Agar well diffusion assay was used to assess antimicrobial activity.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The Baccaurea ramiflora and Microcos paniculata leaves extracted with different solvents such as petroleum ether, chloroform, ethanol and water among that in leaves ethanolic extract produce 10.78, 10.38 percentage yield respectively. Both the extracts subjected for phytochemical investigation revealed the presence of alkaloids, glycosides, tannins, saponins, proteins and flavonoids. Ethanolic extract of Baccaurea ramiflora showed maximum inhibition zone diameter was obtained in Salmonella typhi (Gram-negative bacteria) with diameter 29 mm and 25 mm respectively at 200mg/ml and 100mg/ml. Similarly, Ethanolic extract of Microcos paniculata showed minimum inhibition zone diameter compare to Baccaurea ramiflora was obtained in Salmonella typhi (Gram-negative bacteria) with diameter 23 mm and 19 mm respectively at 200mg/ml and 100mg/ml. Ethanolic extract of Baccaurea ramiflora showed maximum inhibition zone diameter was obtained in Aspergillus fumigates with diameter 25 mm and 22 mm respectively at 200mg/ml and 100mg/ml. Similarly, Ethanolic extract of Microcos paniculata showed minimum inhibition zone diameter compare to Baccaurea ramiflora was obtained in Aspergillus fumigates with diameter 21 mm and 19 mm respectively at 200mg/ml and 100mg/ml.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The current findings point to Baccaurea ramiflora and Microcos paniculata antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. However future studies should be designed to isolate the active constituents responsible for the specified effect.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240014"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141752988","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development, Optimization and Evaluation of Mucoadhesive Microspheres of Amoxicillin for the Treatment of H.Pylori by Full Factorial Design.","authors":"Bhawna Sharma, Anand Chaurasia, Naveen Gupta, Dharmendra Singh Rajput","doi":"10.62958/j.cjap.2024.017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.62958/j.cjap.2024.017","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This work is aimed to formulate and evaluate Mucoadhesive Microspheres contain Amoxicillin for the effective use in the treatment of H.Pylori.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Microspheres were prepared using Emulsification-cross linking technique. To this guar gum (GG) and sodium alginate (SA) was dissolved in 200 ml of water and allowed to swell for 24 h at room temperature. And separately chitosan (CH) was dissolved in 2% (v/v) glacial acetic acid and this also kept for 24 h to swell or dissolve properly. After 24 h this swelled mixture was mixed under magnetic stirrer (Remi, India) at specific stirring rate for 1 h in order to find homogeneous mass of both the gum. Then slurry of chitosan also was homogenized for half an hour. The drug, Amoxicillin (1g) was then added to the chitosan solution and mixed homogeneously.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The aim of the study was to formulate and evaluate microspheres, for SR of the chosen drug. The particle size of microspheres was in the range of 200-500 µ, maximum mucoadhesive property observed was 57.41% for Optimized formulation F-9, Drug release 68.52% till 8 h, and the maximum entrapment was 94.87% for F-9 formulation. The work also aims to study various parameters affecting the behavior of microspheres in oral dosage form.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Drugs with short half life that are absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) are eliminated rapidly from the blood flow. To avoid this, the oral SR was developed as this formulation released the drug slowly into the GIT and maintained a stable drug concentration in the serum for a longer duration of time.</p>","PeriodicalId":23985,"journal":{"name":"Zhongguo ying yong sheng li xue za zhi = Zhongguo yingyong shenglixue zazhi = Chinese journal of applied physiology","volume":"40 ","pages":"e20240017"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141752987","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}