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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Tatsuaki Tagami, Maya Okamura, Koki Ogawa, Tetsuya Ozeki
Summary: In this study, a personalized oral film containing ibuprofen/lidocaine ionic liquid (IL) was fabricated using a pressure-assisted microsyringe-type 3D printer. The ink used for the printer contained organic solvent and Eudragit polymer, which solidified the film. The viscosity and retention of the ink were assessed, and the physical properties of the IL-loaded Eudragit-based films were examined. The results provide useful information for the specific fabrication of IL-loaded polymer-based films using 3D printers.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Alharith A. A. Hassan, Katalin Kristo, Yousif H-E. Y. Ibrahim, Geza Regdon, Tamas Sovany
Summary: This study aims to develop mucoadhesive buccal films using quality-by-design principles. Through experimental designs investigating the effects of material attributes and process parameters, the optimized formulation and preparation conditions were determined.
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Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Muhannad Alhallak, Natalia Karpukhina, Mangala Patel
Summary: This study evaluated the performance of novel bilayer mucoadhesive buccal films loaded with triamcinolone acetonide for targeted drug delivery. Recurrent aphthous stomatitis commonly appears as ulcers on the oral mucosa and current treatment often requires the use of topical steroids, which are often ineffective.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sakiko Soutome, Mitsunobu Otsuru, Yumiko Kawashita, Masako Yoshimatsu, Madoka Funahara, Maho Murata, Takashi Ukai, Masahiro Umeda, Toshiyuki Saito
Summary: This study suggests the efficacy of miconazole mucoadhesive tablets in preventing oral candidiasis in patients with oral or oropharyngeal cancer undergoing radiotherapy.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Marjan Mehravaran, Azadeh Haeri, Shahram Rabbani, Seyed Alireza Mortazavi, Maryam Torshabi
Summary: This study developed freeze-dried mucoadhesive wafers for the local treatment of oral mucositis induced by chemo/radiotherapy. The wafers, made from chitosan and various hydrophilic polymers, demonstrated optimal drug release and mucoadhesion properties. In vivo analysis showed that the drug-loaded wafers effectively reduced the symptoms of oral mucositis compared to control groups.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Materials Science, Ceramics
Mana Heidari, Mohsen Salmanpour
Summary: In this study, a fast-prepared protective oromuco-adhesive hydrogel film was developed to address the problems of oral mucositis in chemotherapy patients. The hydrogel formulation chosen showed significant pain reduction and improved swallowing comfort. It can be prepared in situ and forms a protective barrier on the mouth surface, effectively reducing symptoms in mucositis patients.
JOURNAL OF SOL-GEL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Raj Kumar, Tamanna Islam, Md Nurunnabi
Summary: Oral medicine has benefits such as ease of administration and patients' compliance, but many drugs cannot be taken orally due to their physicochemical properties. Mucoadhesive formulations show potential for improving oral drug retention and absorption for targeted treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.
JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE
(2022)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Aiqin Li, Ifrah Nabi Khan, Ikram Ullah Khan, Abid Mehmood Yousaf, Yasser Shahzad
Summary: This study developed mucoadhesive bilayer films loaded with drug and oil as a potential therapeutic option for periodontitis management. The films showed excellent antibacterial response and pharmaceutical attributes, demonstrating sustained release of drug for up to 48 hours. These films could be effective in combating bacterial infection associated with periodontitis.
DRUG DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND THERAPY
(2021)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Marketa Gajdosova, David Vetchy, Jan Muselik, Jan Gajdziok, Jan Jurica, Martina Vetcha, Karel Hauptman, Vladimir Jekl
Summary: The study developed bilayer mucoadhesive buccal films containing CPX for the treatment of oral candidiasis. Experimental results showed that CPX can accumulate in the oral mucosa tissue, which is beneficial for the treatment of oral candidiasis.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICS
(2021)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Shiva Golshani, Alireza Vatanara, Saeed Balalaie, Zeinab Kadkhoda, Mohammad Abdollahi, Mohsen Amin
Summary: This study designed, formulated and characterized a mucoadhesive gel delivery system for the treatment of oral mucositis. The optimized gel showed sustained release, antimicrobial activity, and wound healing activity. The results indicate that the mentioned compound has promising potential as a therapeutic agent for managing oral mucositis.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Marija Jovanovic, Natasa Tomic, Sandra Cvijic, Dusica Stojanovic, Svetlana Ibric, Petar Uskokovic
Summary: This study processed and characterized propranolol hydrochloride/gelatin mucoadhesive buccal films, finding that type A gelatin formed a physical mixture in the film, whereas type B gelatin formed a compound. Mechanical testing results showed that type A gelatin films had higher elastic modulus, tensile strength, and hardness. In terms of adhesion, type B gelatin exhibited higher adhesion strength, while type A gelatin showed higher work of adhesion.
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Denali K. Dahl, Ashlyn N. Whitesell, Preetika Sharma-Huynh, Panita Maturavongsadit, Rima Janusziewicz, Ryan J. Fox, Henry T. Loznev, Brian Button, Allison N. Schorzman, William Zamboni, Jisun Ban, Stephanie A. Montgomery, Erin T. Carey, S. Rahima Benhabbour
Summary: Vestibulodynia (VBD) is a pain disorder characterized by erythema and pain of the vulvar vestibule, and the current first line treatment involves local application of topical anesthetics. However, treatment options are limited due to anatomical constraints and imprecise dosing.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICS
(2022)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Hamed Vaezi, Shahram Rabbani, Seyed Alireza Mortazavi, Mohammad Kamalinejad, Azadeh Haeri
Summary: This study aimed to design and characterize berberine-loaded wafers for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis. The optimized formulations (F2-CS-SA and F6-CS-HPMC wafers) exhibited sustained release and excellent mucoadhesion. In vitro and in vivo studies demonstrated the effectiveness of these wafers in reducing the severity of oral mucositis.
Article
Otorhinolaryngology
Diego Antonio Costa Arantes, Artur Christian Garcia da Silva, Nilceana Maya Aires Freitas, Eliana Martins Lima, Aline Carlos de Oliveira, Ricardo Neves Marreto, Elismauro Francisco Mendonca, Marize Campos Valadares
Summary: This study demonstrated that FITOPROT is safe and effective in preventing and treating oral mucositis. It reduces the severity of the condition and controls the levels of inflammatory mediators.
HEAD AND NECK-JOURNAL FOR THE SCIENCES AND SPECIALTIES OF THE HEAD AND NECK
(2021)
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Polymer Science
Komal Ammar Bukhari, Imran Ahmad Khan, Shahid Ishaq, Muhammad Omer Iqbal, Ali M. Alqahtani, Taha Alqahtani, Farid Menaa
Summary: The efficacy of diclofenac potassium (DK) gel formulated at different concentrations and combined with phonophoresed was tested in patients injured in sports or accidents. The results showed that DK gel with phonophoresis was more effective in relieving pain and stiffness compared to diclofenac sodium (DS) gel.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mostafa F. Abdelbar, Raef S. Shams, Ossama M. Morsy, Mayssa Adbel Hady, Kamel Shoueir, Rehab Abdelmonem
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2020)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Rehab Abdelmonem, Raghda Rabe Hamed, Sally A. Abdelhalim, Mohamed F. ElMiligi, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NANOMEDICINE
(2020)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Rehab Abdelmonem, Sammar E. Elhabal, Nevine S. Abdelmalak, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi, Mahmoud H. Teaima
Summary: The study focused on using a topical formulation of a combination of acetazolamide and carvedilol to overcome previous side effects, and tested the sustained gel formula on ocular hypertensive rabbits, finding a sustained decrease in intraocular pressure and improvement in glaucomatous eye retinal atrophy.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sarah I. Othman, Asma M. Alturki, Gasem Mohammad Abu-Taweel, Naif Ghazi Altoom, Ahmed A. Allam, Rehab Abdelmonem
Summary: Chitosan, with its excellent pharmacokinetic and chemical properties, is an attractive and promising carbohydrate biopolymer in biomedical applications, particularly in the treatment of diabetes mellitus. Its potential benefits lie in delivering antidiabetic drugs through nanocarriers to reduce blood glucose levels.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Mahmoud Teaima, Rehab Abdelmonem, Yomna A. Adel, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi, Tayseer M. El-Nawawy
Summary: The purpose of this study was to prepare telmisartan transethosomes for enhanced transdermal delivery using iontophoresis. Results showed that the transethosomal formulation increased telmisartan's transdermal absorption and bioavailability. Iontophoresis was effective in increasing maximum plasma concentration and reducing the time to reach maximum plasma concentration.
DRUG DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND THERAPY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Rehab Abdelmonem, Menna M. Abdellatif, Inas Essam Ibrahim Al-Samadi, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi
Summary: The study successfully improved orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs) using the six sigma methodology, resulting in enhanced pharmacokinetic parameters of both drugs due to rapid absorption through the oral mucosa.
DRUG DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND THERAPY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rehan M. El-Shabasy, Mohamed A. Nayel, Mohamed M. Taher, Rehab Abdelmonem, Kamel R. Shoueir, El Rafaie Kenawy
Summary: It has been over a year since the first case of COVID-19 was reported in China. The world has witnessed three waves of the virus, with varying characteristics and challenges. Despite a decrease in the sense of danger in most countries, the emergence of new variant strains has raised concerns again. The mutations in COVID-19 have presented an extreme challenge in preventing and treating the virus, and there are still many unanswered questions about the effectiveness of vaccines and the need for annual doses.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Shaymaa Wagdy El-Far, Hadel A. Abo El-Enin, Ebtsam M. Abdou, Ola Elsayed Nafea, Rehab Abdelmonem
Summary: This study investigated the effectiveness of using niosomes as drug carriers for colorectal cancer treatment. By optimizing the formulation, nanosized niosomes loaded with Oxaliplatin and Paclitaxel were successfully prepared, resulting in increased cytotoxicity and apoptosis effects.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Rehab Abdelmonem, Inas Essam Ibrahim Al-Samadi, Rasha M. El Nashar, Bhaskara R. Jasti, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi
Summary: This study aimed to develop a Loratadine Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Ocugel (LORA-NLCs Ocugel) for treating ocular symptoms of COVID-19, and investigated the impact of various variables on the properties of NLCs. The results showed that optimized LORA-NLCs enhanced the solubility, trans-corneal penetrability, and bioavailability of Loratadine.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Rehab Abdelmonem, Hadel A. Abo El-Enin, Ghada Abdelkader, Mohamed Abdel-Hakeem
Summary: This study aimed to develop a nano-vesicular carrier system to enhance the therapeutic effect of lamotrigine for epilepsy treatment. The results showed that the optimized formulation exhibited high drug entrapment efficiency and sustained release. In vivo studies demonstrated improved brain targeting and absorption, indicating a promising approach for maximizing the antiepileptic effect of lamotrigine.
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Nabil A. Shoman, Marwa Saady, Mahmoud Teaima, Rehab Abdelmonem, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi, Sammar Fathy Elhabal
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Meshari M. Aljohani, Ahmed Abu-Rayyan, Nadia H. Elsayed, Fuad A. Alatawi, Menier Al-Anazi, Syed Khalid Mustafa, Raghad K. Albalawi, Rehab Abdelmonem
Summary: Different physical and chemical techniques were used to prepare CHS/AgNPs nanocomposite, and microwave heating reactor was adopted due to its advantages of low energy consumption and shorter processing time. UV-Vis, FTIR, and XRD analysis confirmed the creation of AgNPs, and TEM images showed spherical particles with a size of 20 nm. CHS/AgNPs were embedded in PEO nanofiber through electrospinning, and their biological properties, cytotoxicity, antioxidant, and antibacterial activity were investigated. The nanofibers exhibited excellent antibacterial activity against E. coli and S. aureus, with ZOI of 51.2 +/- 3.2 and 47.2 +/- 2.1, respectively. Moreover, they showed non-toxicity against human skin fibroblast and keratinocytes cell lines, indicating their potential for wound infection prevention with minimal adverse effects.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Mahmoud H. Teaima, Merhan Taha El-Nadi, Raghda Rabe Hamed, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi, Rehab Abdelmonem
Summary: The study investigated the use of lyophilized nasal inserts of nanosized atomoxetine HCl solid lipid nanoparticles (ATM-SLNs) to directly deliver atomoxetine to the brain. A full factorial design was used to optimize the formulation of the ATM-SLNs, and Design Expert software was used to select the optimal formulations. The two optimum formulations were then evaluated for their physicochemical properties and compared to atomoxetine oral solution and intraperitoneal injection.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Huda S. AlSalem, Nisreen M. Abdulsalam, Najla A. Khateeb, Mona S. Binkadem, Nahlah A. Alhadhrami, Abdalla M. Khedr, Rehab Abdelmonem, Kamel R. Shoueir, Eman Hassan Nadwa
Summary: Chitosan was modified and functionalized to improve oral insulin delivery. The Cs-DNS NPs had a particle size of 33.29 ± 5.08 nm and positive zeta potential. In vitro experiments showed high insulin entrapment efficiency and gradual release at different pH levels. In vivo experiments demonstrated that insulin-incorporated Cs-DNS NPs effectively lowered serum glucose levels, with a bioavailability of 17.5 ± 0.31% and pharmacological availability of 8.6 ± 0.8%.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Adam A. Al-Shoubki, Mahmoud H. Teaima, Rehab Abdelmonem, Mohamed A. El-Nabarawi, Sammar Fathy Elhabal
Summary: This study aimed to enhance the bioavailability of RXB using hybrid nanoparticles. It was found that using GMO-SAIB as co-formers effectively improved the bioavailability of RXB. The optimized formula was characterized and tested for its physical and chemical properties as well as pharmacokinetic properties. The study provides guidance for further improvement in drug delivery.
PHARMACEUTICAL DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)