Sustained release of bee venom peptide from biodegradable thermosensitive PLGA-PEG-PLGA triblock copolymer-based hydrogels in vitro

Biodegradable thermosensitive poly (DL-lactide-co-glycolide-b-ethylene glycol-b-DL-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA-PEG-PLGA) triblock copolymers with DL-lactide/glycolide molar ratio ranging from 6/1 to 15/1 were synthesized from monomers of DL-lactide, glycolide and polyethylene glycol and were evaluated for sustained release of bee venom peptide in vitro. The resulting copolymers are soluble in water to form free flowing fluid at room temperature but become hydrogels at body temperature. The gelation temperature of the copolymer solutions can be influenced by the concentration and DL-lactide/glycolide molar ratio of the copolymers. The release of bee venom peptide from the copolymer-based hydrogel and hydrogel degradation in the phosphate buffer (pH 7.4) was studied at 37 degrees C under agitation. Bee venom peptide was released from the copolymer-based hydrogels over 40 days in vitro and the variation of DL-lactide/glycolide molar ratio in the PLGA block of the copolymer did not significantly affect the release rate of bee venom peptide (P > 0.05). The hydrogels undergo slower degradation and then faster degradation rate during the whole release stage. Accordingly, the mechanism of bee venom peptide was Fickian diffusion during initial stage and then may be a combination of diffusion and degradation. The synthesized copolymers have the advantage of gelation temperature over the ReGel system. These results indicate that the PLGA-PEG-PLGA copolymer-based hydrogel could be a promising platform for sustained delivery of bee venom peptide.     

Injectable biodegradable temperature-responsive PLGA-PEG-PLGA copolymers: synthesis and effect of copolymer composition on the drug release from the copolymer-based hydrogels

Injectable biodegradable temperature-responsive poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide-b-ethylene glycol-b-DL-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA-PEG-PLGA) triblock copolymers with DL-lactide/glycolide molar ratio ranging from 6/1 to 15/l were synthesized from monomers of DL-lactide, glycolide and polyethylene glycol and characterized by 1H NMR. The resulting copolymers are soluble in water to form free flowing fluid at room temperature but become hydrogels at body temperature. The hydrophobicity of the copolymer increased with the increasing of DL-lactide/glycolide molar ratio. In vitro dissolution studies with two different hydrophobic drugs (5-fluorouracil and indomethacin) were performed to study the effect of DL-lactide/glycolide molar ratio on drug release and to elucidate drug release mechanism. The release mechanism for hydrophilic 5-fluorouracil was diffusion-controlled, while hydrophobic indomethacin showed an biphasic profile comprising of an initial diffusion-controlled stage followed by the hydrogel erosion-dominated stage. The effect of DL-lactide/glycolide molar ratio on drug release seemed to be dependent on the drug release mechanism. It has less effect on the drug release during the diffusion-controlled stage, but significantly affected drug release during the hydrogel erosion-controlled stage. Compared with ReGel system, the synthesized copolymers showed a higher gelation temperature and longer period of drug release. The copolymers can solubilize the hydrophobic indomethacin and the solubility (13.7 mg/ml) was increased 3425-fold compared to that in water (4 microg/ml, 25 degrees C). Two methods of physical mixing method and solvent evaporation method were used for drug solubilization and the latter method showed higher solubilization efficiency.     

注射用蜂毒多肽温度敏感型缓释凝胶的制备及体外释放研究

目的制备注射用蜂毒多肽的温度敏感型缓释凝胶制剂并对其体外释药进行考察。方法以新型温度敏感聚丙交酯乙交酯聚乙二醇嵌段共聚物(PLGAPEGPLGA)为载体材料制备注射用蜂毒多肽缓释凝胶制剂,采用福林酚试剂法测定制剂在磷酸盐缓冲溶液中(pH7.4)的体外释放度,并对体外释放数据用KorsmeyerPeppas方程进行拟合。结果蜂毒多肽体外持续释放36d,其释药速率随聚合物的质量分数增加而降低,且聚合物分子结构中丙交酯比例增大对释药速率几乎没有影响。蜂毒多肽从凝胶中的释放初期以扩散为主,体外释放行为符合KorsmeyerPeppas方程,后期为凝胶溶蚀和药物扩散结合的作用机制。结论注射用蜂毒多肽的温度敏感型缓释凝胶制剂制备工艺简便,药物释放达到预期要求,同时说明温度敏感PLGAPEGPLGA嵌段共聚物作为注射用缓释给药系统的载体材料具有很好的应用前景。     

Effect of bee venom peptide-copolymer interactions on thermosensitive hydrogel delivery systems

The objectives of this study were to investigate the potential interactions between the model protein drug (bee venom peptide, BVP) and thermosensitive poly(dl-lactide-co-glycolide-b-ethyleneglycol-b-dl-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA-PEG-PLGA) copolymers and to examine the drug-copolymer interactions on the in vitro drug release and hydrogel degradation. The PLGA-PEG-PLGA copolymers were synthesized by ring-opening copolymerization of dl-lactide and glycolide with PEG as an initiator. Drug-copolymer co-precipitate blends were prepared and analyzed by Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction (XRD) to characterize the specific interactions between drug and copolymer. For the better understanding the drug-copolymer interactions on drug release, insulin was selected for comparison. The release of the two protein drugs from the copolymer-based hydrogels and hydrogel degradation was studied at 37 degrees C under agitation. The results of FTIR and XRD indicated that the hydrogen bonding interactions existed between the NH group of BVP and CO group of the copolymers. The insulin and BVP released from the copolymer hydrogel over 15 and 40 days, respectively. The BVP-copolymer interactions retarded the BVP release rate and degradation of hydrogel, but did not significantly affect the biological activity of BVP. These results indicate that the drug-copolymer interactions need to be considered when attempting to use PLGA-PEG-PLGA hydrogels as sustained delivery carriers of protein or peptide drugs.     

Triblock copolymers: synthesis, characterization, and delivery of a model protein

The purpose of this study was to synthesize and characterize biodegradable and thermosensitive triblock copolymers for delivering protein at controlled rate in biologically active form for longer duration of time. A series of thermosensitive triblock copolymers with different block lengths (PLGA-PEG-PLGA) were synthesized by ring-opening polymerization of d,l-lactide and glycolide with polyethylene glycol (PEG) in the presence of stannous octoate. Compositions and molecular weight of triblock copolymers were characterized by 1H NMR spectrometry and gel permeation chromatography, respectively. A single test-tube inverting method was employed to determine the sol-gel transition temperature. Lysozyme was used as a model protein. Lysozyme solution formulation was prepared with different triblock copolymers for in vitro release. Lysozyme concentration and its biological activity in the released sample were determined using a standard MicroBCA method and bacterial cell lysis method, respectively. The effects of varying block lengths and concentrations of copolymers on the in vitro release of lysozyme were evaluated. The release profiles from formulations showed a higher initial release followed by slower release up to 4 weeks. Increasing the block lengths of copolymers decreased burst release of lysozyme from 41.2+/-5.4% to 16.1+/-3.9%. Increasing copolymer concentrations decreased the drug release. Lysozyme in the 4 weeks released samples retained most of its biological activity (>80%). It is feasible to deliver protein in biologically active form for longer duration by varying block lengths and concentrations of triblock copolymers.     

Injectable block copolymer hydrogels for sustained release of a PEGylated drug

The paper employs the spontaneous physical gelling property of a biodegradable polymer in water to prepare an injectable sustained release carrier for a PEGylated drug. A series of thermogelling PLGA-PEG-PLGA triblock copolymers were synthesized. The PEGylated camptothecin (CPT) was also prepared and employed as the model of a PEGylated drug, and the solubility of this hydrophobic drug was significantly enhanced to over 150mg/mL. The model drug was completely entrapped into the polymeric hydrogel, and the sustained release lasted for 1 month. The mechanism of the sustained release was diffusion-controlled at the first stage and then was the combination of diffusion and degradation at the late stage. In vivo anti-tumor tests in mice further confirmed the efficacy of the model PEGylated drug released from the hydrogel. This work also revealed the specificity of the PEGylated drug in such a kind of carrier systems by decreasing the critical gelling temperature and increasing the viscosity of the sol. Due to the very convenient drug formulation and highly tunable release rate, an injectable carrier platform for PEGylated drugs is thus set up.     

In situ gelling hydrogels incorporating microparticles as drug delivery carriers for regenerative medicine

Aqueous solutions of blends of biodegradable triblock copolymers, composed of poly(D,L-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA) and poly(ethylene glycol) (PEG) with varied D,L-lactide to glycolide ratios, displayed thermosensitivity and formed a gel at body temperature. The gel window of the blend solutions could be tuned by varying the blending ratio between the two components. Furthermore, the storage modulus of the resultant hydrogel from the copolymer blends at body temperature was higher than that of each individual component. Incorporation of poly(D,L-lactide) (PDLLA) microparticles (0.5-40% w/v) within the in situ gelling hydrogel did not change the sol-gel transition temperatures of the polymer solutions, while the mechanical strength of the resultant hydrogels was enhanced when the content of the microparticles was increased up to 30% and 40%. Incorporation of proteins into both the gel and microparticle components resulted in composites that controlled the kinetics of protein release. Protein within the gel phase was released over a 10-day period whilst protein in the microparticles was released over a period of months. This system can be used to deliver two drugs with differing release kinetics and could be used to orchestrate tissue regeneration responses over differing timescales.     

生物降解聚合物PLGA-PEG-PLGA的合成及表征

目的对生物降解聚合物PLGA-PEG-PLGA进行合成及表征。方法以丙交酯、乙交酯及PEG为原料,用开环聚合法合成生物降解聚合物PLGA-PEG-PLGA,并用DSC、GPC和1H-NMR对其结构进行表征。结果合成的聚合物为嵌段聚合物。由1H-NMR可知聚合物数均相对分子质量为6 400~8 000,重均相对分子质量为7 100~9 200。上述制备的聚合物的水溶液具有反向热敏性质。质量分数为30%的PLGA-PEG-PLGA(3)水溶液的胶凝(由溶胶变为凝胶)温度为33℃,符合人体生理温度。结论提供了一种新的生物降解性药物载体材料。     

Poly(lactide-co-glycolide) microparticles as systems for controlled release of proteins -- preparation and characterization

Poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide) (PDLLGA) and poly(L-lactide-co-glycolide) (PLLGA) copolymers were prepared by bulk ring opening polymerization of lactide and glycolide and characterized by GPC, FTIR, 1H NMR and DSC. Copolymers with different molar masses at a constant lactide/glycolide ratio were used for preparation of bovine serum albumin (BSA)-loaded microparticles by the double emulsion w/o/w method. The influence of the copolymer molar mass and composition on the microparticle morphology, size, yield, degradation rate, BSA-loading efficiency and BSA release profile were studied. For microparticles prepared from PDLLGA copolymers, a biphasic profile for BSA release was found and for those made from PLLGA copolymers the release profile was typically triphasic; both of them were characterized by high initial burst release. Possible reasons for such behavior are discussed.     

Controlled delivery of testosterone from smart polymer solution based systems: in vitro evaluation

The objective of this research is to develop injectable polymers solution based controlled release delivery systems for testosterone (TSN), using phase sensitive and thermosensitive polymers. A combination of poly(lactide) (PLA) and solvents mixture of benzyl benzoate (BB) and benzyl alcohol (BA) was used in the phase sensitive polymer delivery system. The effects of solvents system and drug loading on the in vitro TSN release were evaluated. In the case of thermosensitive polymer delivery systems, a series of low-molecular-weight poly(lactide-co-glycolide)-poly(ethylene glycol)-poly(lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA-PEG-PLGA) triblock copolymers with varying ratio of lactide/glycolide (LA/GA, 2.0-3.5) were studied to control the release of TSN. The effects of varying block length of copolymers 1-4 on the in vitro TSN release were evaluated. Phosphate buffer saline (pH 7.4) containing 0.5% (w/v) Tween-80 was used as in vitro release medium. The amount of the released TSN was determined by an HPLC method. A controlled (zero-order) in vitro release of TSN was observed from both the phase sensitive and thermosensitive polymer delivery systems. Addition of BA (15%, v/v) in solvents system significantly (p<0.05) increased the release rate of TSN (0.33+/-0.01 mg/ml) from phase sensitive delivery system in comparison to solvent without BA (0.27+/-0.00 mg/day). Increasing drug loading also increased release rate. In the case of thermosensitive polymer delivery system, increasing the hydrophobic PLGA block length of copolymers significantly (p<0.05) decreased the release rate of TSN. It is evident from this study that the phase sensitive and thermosensitive polymers are suitable for developing prolong-release injectable implant delivery systems for TSN.     

嵌段共聚物OSM1-PCLA-PEG-PCLA-OSM1的pH和温度敏感性质及体外释药特性考察

目的 为嵌段共聚物磺胺甲嘧啶低聚物-聚-ε-己内酯-丙交酯-聚乙二醇-聚-ε-己内酯-丙交酯-磺胺甲嘧啶低聚物（sulfamerazine oligomers-poly(ε-caprolactone-co-DL-lactide-b-ethyleneglycol-b-ε-caprolactone-co-DL-lactide)-sulfamerazine oligomers,OSM₁-PCLA-PEG-PCLA-OSM1)作为缓控释给药系统的载体提供依据。方法 采用激光粒度仪对不同pH和温度下嵌段共聚物OSM₁-PCLA-PEG-PCLA-OSM₁胶束粒径大小、分布进行考察;通过表面张力和相转变温度测定对其临界胶束浓度和溶液-凝胶相转变行为进行考察;以5-氟尿嘧啶为模型药,通过透射电镜观察载药和空白共聚物胶束形态;采用物理混合法制备5-氟尿嘧啶载药水凝胶;采用HPLC法测定载药水凝胶中药物释放速率。结果 嵌段共聚物OSM₁-PCLA-PEG-PCLA-OSM₁胶束溶液具有pH和温度双重敏感的性质,在一定pH和温度条件下可发生溶液-凝胶相转变;5-氟尿嘧啶载药水凝胶体外释放可持续9 d,具有较好的缓释作用。结论 pH和温度双重敏感型嵌段共聚物OSM₁-PCLA-PEG-PCLA-OSM₁作为注射缓释给药系统载体材料具有良好的应用前景。     

Investigation of a new injectable thermosensitive hydrogel loading solid lipid nanoparticles

For improving the effectiveness of cancer chemotherapy and avoiding rapid clearance of solid lipid nonoparticles (SLN) from the systemic circulation following systemic administration, 2-methoxyestradiol (2-ME) as model drug, PLGA-PEG-PLGA as hydrogel material, an injectable SLN loaded hydrogel was developed. Integrity of SLN within and released from the hydrogel was confirmed by direct visualization by a scanning electron microscope (SEM), particle size measurement by laser light scattering, and free drug concentration in the release medium by ultracentrifugation. Moreover, in vitro release, thermo-sensitive properties and rheological behavior were investigated. The results indicated that SLN were stable in the hydrogel. In the release medium, most 2-ME existed in the SLN and intact 2-ME SLN could be released from the hydrogel for a prolonged period over 46 days. Their concentration showed a significant effect on the release rate, in contrast to particle size and pH value of the release medium. In addition, the SLN loaded hydrogel could still exhibit reversible thermo-sensitive properties and better syringeability. These results suggested that the SLN loaded hydrogel could transport SLN to the target site and control prolonged release of SLN, which may increase the efficacy of cancer chemotherapy.     

可注射更昔洛韦温敏型原位凝胶剂的研究

构建温敏型三嵌段共聚物,研究其理化性质以及用其制备的可注射更昔洛韦温敏型原位凝胶剂的制剂特性。以聚乙二醇（PEG）作为亲水嵌段．丙交酯（LA）和β-丁内酯（β-BL）的无规共聚物PBLA作为疏水嵌段．采用开环聚合法合成温敏型三嵌段共聚物PBLA-PEG-PBLA,并对其理化性质进行表征,考察其溶液的胶凝温度／临界凝胶浓度、流变学性质、通针性和溶蚀行为以及以更昔洛韦作为模型药物、用其制得的可注射载药温敏型原位凝胶剂的体外释放特性。合成的PBLA-PEG-PBLA嵌段共聚物重均分子质量在6000左右,多分散系数为1．5左右;其溶液临界凝胶浓度（g·mL^-1）为5％-10％,质量浓度（g·mL^-1）在10％～25％时胶凝温度为31～35℃,接近并略低于体温：其凝胶在低温下储能模量与黏度较小,当温度接近相转变温度后两者迅速增大：其载药凝胶剂累计释放量经拟合显示遵循一级动力学方程,并呈扩散释药机制。较低质量浓度[10％15％（g·mL^-1）的PBLA—PEG—PBLA更符合玻璃体注射要求,更适用于制备可注射载药温敏型原位凝胶剂。     

Controlled release of lipase from Candida rugosa loaded into hydrogels of N-isopropylacrylamide and itaconic acid

The series of poly(N-isopropylacrylamide-co-itaconic acid) hydrogels, with lipase from Candida rugosa as a model protein, were synthesized by free radical copolymerization. The composition of hydrogels was varied by monomers ratio, crosslinking agent concentration and amounts of lipase, which was loaded by in situ polymerization. All samples were characterized regarding morphology. The investigation of hydrogel swelling properties revealed their pH and temperature sensitive character. Protein loading efficiency, release profiles and the specific activity yield of the released lipase were also investigated as a function of hydrogel composition, protein content and pH, at the physiological temperature of 37°C. Copolymers of N-isopropylacrylamide and itaconic acid presented high lipase loading efficiency. Another very important feature of these copolymers was that the protein release kinetic strongly depended on the pH value of the medium. The diffusion exponents values around 1 denoted that these hydrogel compositions could be adjusted to follow near zero-order kinetics. Namely, hydrogel formulations released low amounts of lipase at pH 2.20, but much higher released protein quantities were observed at pH 6.80 enabling these copolymers to be attractive candidates as site specific protein oral drug delivery systems.     

Biodegradable Triblock Copolymer of PLGA-PEG-PLGA Enhances Gene Transfection Efficiency

PURPOSE: A tri-block copolymer of PLGA-PEG-PLGA was used as an excipient to enhance the gene transfection efficiency of various cationic polymeric carriers. METHODS: Luciferase plasmid DNA was complexed with polyethylenimine for gene transfection. Various concentrations of PLGA-PEG-PLGA copolymer up to 0.5% were added in the transfection medium to explore whether the copolymer increased the level of gene expression. Pluronic F68 was used as a control. Various polyplexes and different cell lines were used to verify the effect of the triblock copolymer on gene transfection. The cellular uptake extent of radiolabeled plasmid was quantitatively determined as a function of PLGA-PEG-PLGA concentration. RESULTS: PLGA-PEG-PLGA copolymer significantly enhanced gene transfection efficiency at a concentration as low as 0.25% (w/v), which was more effective than Pluronic F68 at the same concentration range. The additive effect of the triblock copolymer in the transfection medium was clearly observed for various cationic polyplexes and cell lines, although the gene expression extents largely depended on polymers and cell lines used. Five- to 10-fold increment of gene transfection levels were attained in the presence of the PLGA-PEG-PLGA tri-block copolymer. The enhanced gene transfection efficiency was attributed to the increased cellular uptake of PEI/DNA complexes in the presence of the PLGA-PEG-PLGA tri-block copolymer. CONCLUSIONS: Biodegradable PLGA-PEG-PLGA tri-block copolymer that facilitates the endocytic process can be used as a novel additive in non-viral gene transfection.     

Release of Human Serum Albumin from Poly(lactide-co-glycolide) Microspheres

Human serum albumin (HSA) was encapsulated in a 50:50 copolymer of DL-lactide/glycolide in the form of microspheres. These microspheres were used as a model formulation to study the feasibility of controlling the release of large proteins over a 20- to 30-day period. We show that HSA can be successfully incorporated into microspheres and released intact from these microspheres into various buffer systems at 37°C. A continuous release of the protein could be achieved in physiological buffers at 37°C over a 20- to 30-day period from microspheres with high protein loadings (11.6%). These results demonstrate the potential of poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide) microspheres for continuous delivery of large proteins.     

Controlled release of growth hormone from thermosensitive triblock copolymer systems: In vitro and in vivo evaluation

The purpose of this study was to design injectable controlled release polymer formulations for growth hormone using triblock copolymer PLGA-PEG-PLGA (MW 1400-1000-1400). Porcine growth hormone (pGH) formulations were prepared by adding pGH into 30% (w/v) aqueous solution of triblock copolymer. pGH concentrations in the released samples were determined using a standard MicroBCA method. In vitro release studies demonstrated that there were no initial burst of pGH from both formulations containing a low dose (0.12%, w/v) and a high dose (0.42%, w/v) of pGH. In vivo absorption study of pGH in rabbits showed that constant serum levels of exogenous pGH (3-7 ng/mL from high dose and 2-4 ng/mL from low dose) were detected for nearly 4 weeks from delivery systems upon single subcutaneous injection. The absolute bioavailability of pGH enhanced from the thermosensitive polymer-based systems, which was approximately 5-15-fold those of subcutaneous aqueous solution. MTT assay and light microscopy were used to investigate the in vitro and in vivo biocompatibility of thermosensitive polymer delivery systems, respectively. Both in vitro and in vivo results support the biocompatible nature of these polymer delivery systems. Thus, the triblock copolymer used in this study was able to control the release of incorporated pGH in vitro and in vivo for longer duration and the delivery system was biocompatible.     

A thermo-sensitive PLGA-PEG-PLGA hydrogel for sustained release of docetaxel

The aim of this study was to investigate the suitability of poly-(d,l-lactic acid-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA)-polyethylene glycol (PEG)-PLGA triblock copolymer as a matrix material for a sustained-release system for docetaxel (DTX). The copolymers were synthesized by ring-opening polymerization reaction and characterized by ¹H-NMR and gel permeation chromatography. The DTX-loaded formulations were prepared, characterized. And the antitumor efficacy and the pharmacokinetics of DTX-loaded copolymer on A-549 lung tumor-bearing BALB/cA mice were investigated. The results showed that DTX-loaded copolymer highly increased the solubility of DTX by more than 3000-fold. And copolymer concentration as well as drug loading level exerted appreciable influence on the drug release behavior. Further, the pharmacokinetic test showed that DTX-loaded copolymer could be with the sustained-release nature for over 3 weeks, which correlated well with the in vitro release. Additionally, one intratumoral injection of the thermo-sensitive hydrogel containing DTX was comparable to three intravenous injections of DTX injection in inhibiting the tumor growth in A-549 lung tumor-bearing BALB/cA mice with a less toxic manner. PLGA-PEG-PLGA could thus provide a promising alternate locally delivered vehicle for DTX to achieve prolonged exposure having greater efficacy in inhibiting tumor growth with lower toxicity.     

In vitro release of levonorgestrel from phase sensitive and thermosensitive smart polymer delivery systems

The objective of this research is to develop injectable controlled delivery systems for the contraceptive hormone, levonorgestrel (LNG), using phase sensitive and thermosensitive polymers. A combination of poly (lactide) (PLA) and a solvent mixture of benzyl benzoate (BB) and benzyl alcohol (BA) was used in the phase-sensitive polymer delivery systems. The effects of solvent systems and polymer concentrations on the in vitro LNG release were evaluated. In the case of thermosensitive polymer delivery systems, a series of low-molecular-weight poly (lactide-co-glycolide)-poly (ethylene glycol)-poly (lactide-co-glycolide) (PLGA-PEG-PLGA) triblock copolymers with varying ratios of lactide/glycolide (LA/GA, 2.0-3.5) were used. The effects of varying block length of copolymers 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the in vitro LNG release were evaluated. Phosphate buffer saline (pH 7.4) containing 0.5% w/v Tween-80 was used as in vitro release medium. The amount of the released LNG was determined by an high pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC) method. A controlled (zero-order) in vitro release of LNG was observed from both phase-sensitive and thermosensitive-polymer delivery systems. Increasing the concentration of the phase-sensitive polymer from 5% to 30% significantly (p < 0.05) decreased the release rate of LNG from 38.32 microg/day to 31.45 microg/day; and increasing the hydrophilic fraction of the solvents mixture (i.e., BA) significantly (p < 0.05) increased the release rate of LNG. In the case of the thermosensitive polymer delivery system, increasing the hydrophobic PLGA block length of copolymers significantly (p < 0.05) decreased the release rate of LNG (98.65 microg/day to 67.60 microg/day). It is evident from this study that both the phase sensitive and thermosensitive polymers are suitable for developing prolonged-release injectable delivery systems for the contraceptive hormone.     

鱼藤酮纳米凝胶的制备与表征

目的以三嵌段聚酯聚乙二醇共聚物 （PLGA PEG PLGA）为材料制备鱼藤酮纳米凝胶。方法采用薄膜分散 水化法制备鱼藤酮纳米凝胶,并分别对其粒径分布、药物分散状态和药物释放特性等理化特性进行研究。结果鱼藤酮纳米凝胶平均粒径为120 nm,多分散系数0.190,药物主要以非晶型均匀分散在纳米凝胶中;纳米凝胶具有良好的缓释效果,10 d释放＜40%,药物的释放与释放介质和纳米凝胶中的药物含量密切相关。结论该方法成功制备了难溶性药物鱼藤酮的纳米凝胶制剂,能够显著改善其水溶性和药物释放特性。