超临界抗溶剂技术制备对乙酰氨基酚-PEG4000固体分散体

以水难溶药物对乙酰氨基酚为模型体系，研究了超临界二氧化碳抗溶剂法(PCA和GAS)制备乙酰氨基酚-PEG分散体微细颗粒的影响因素，用电子扫描显微镜、X射线衍射仪和示差扫描量热仪研究了颗粒的物理性质，发现经PCA和GAS处理后，颗粒分散性增强，与水的接触面积增大，溶出速度和溶出量均随之增大。研究表明．超临界抗溶剂过程是制备固体分散体的一个可行的方法。     

In vitro and in vivo evaluation of carbamazepine-PEG 6000 solid dispersions

The present work extended previous physico-chemical investigations on the effects of solid dispersion on the solubility, the dissolution rate and the pharmacokinetic profile of carbamazepine. Solubility studies showed a linear increase in carbamazepine solubility with the increase of PEG 6000 concentration. There is no marked difference between physical mixtures and solid dispersions for the enhancement of carbamazepine solubility by PEG 6000. Less than 60% of pure carbamazepine was dissolved in 90 min. Physical mixtures (carbamazepine phase III) and solid dispersions (carbamazepine phase II) dissolution rates were higher in comparison of the parent drug. The dissolution of carbamazepine phase III was more pronounced than that evoked by the phase II. The dissolution profiles indicated that the percentage of the drug dissolved was dependent on the proportion of PEG 6000. In solid dispersions there was a remarkable enhancement in the dissolution rates of the drug in the vicinity of the eutectic composition as compared with those of corresponding physical mixtures. Hence, the optimum value for the solid dispersion was 80.5+/-1.7% of carbamazepine having dissolved within the first 10 min compared to 40+/-1% for the corresponding physical mixtures of the same composition. Statistical analysis of pharmacokinetic parameters confirmed that the carbamazepine:PEG 6000 binary systems displayed higher bioavailability of the drug than the pure carbamazepine. The area under the curve (AUC) values highlighted the evidence that only slight differences in the bioavailability of the drug occur between physical mixtures and solid dispersions prepared at the 80:20 and 50:50 drug:carrier compositions. However, the mean normalized plasma concentrations showed that standard error deviations are rather wide intervals for pure drug and physical mixtures in comparison to solid dispersions. One additional interesting point to consider is the disappearance of the multiple peaks on the individual kinetic curves of the 50:50 solid dispersion composition. Furthermore, our investigations have highlighted the interest of solid dispersions prepared at -eutectic composition as our preliminary data show that the plasma concentration (C(5h)) of the drug for the 15:85 dispersed sample containing 150 mg of carbamazepine is not significantly different from that obtained for the 50:50 dispersed sample containing 300 mg of the drug.     

Physicochemical characterisation,drug polymer dissolution and in vitro evaluation of phenacetin and phenylbutazone solid dispersions with polyethylene glycol 8000

Poor water solubility leads to low dissolution rate and consequently, it can limit bioavailability. Solid dispersions, where the drug is dispersed into an inert, hydrophilic polymer matrix can enhance drug dissolution. Solid dispersions were prepared using phenacetin and phenylbutazone as model drugs with polyethylene glycol (PEG) 8000 (carrier), by melt fusion method. Phenacetin and phenylbutazone displayed an increase in the dissolution rate when formulated as solid dispersions as compared with their physical mixture and drug alone counterparts. Characterisation of the solid dispersions was performed using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). DSC studies revealed that drugs were present in the amorphous form within the solid dispersions. FTIR spectra for the solid dispersions of drugs suggested that there was a lack of interaction between PEG 8000 and the drug. However, the physical mixture of phenacetin with PEG 8000 indicated the formation of hydrogen bond between phenacetin and the carrier. Permeability of phenacetin and phenylbutazone was higher for solid dispersions as compared with that of drug alone across Caco‐2 cell monolayers. Permeability studies have shown that both phenacetin and phenylbutazone, and their solid dispersions can be categorised as well‐absorbed compounds. © 2011 Wiley‐Liss, Inc. and the American Pharmacists Association J Pharm Sci 100:4281–4294, 2011     

杨梅素固体分散体的制备以及体外溶出试验

目的运用固体分散技术制备杨梅素固体分散体并提高其体外溶出速率。方法选用PEG6000和PVPK30为载体,采用溶剂法和溶剂-熔融法制备杨梅素固体分散体,采用紫外分光光度法进行含量测定,并进行溶解度、体外溶出试验。结果两种载体的固体分散体均能增加药物的溶解度和溶出速率,杨梅素在载体中以高度分散状态存在。结论以PVPK30为载体的杨梅素固体分散体体外溶解度和溶出速率明显提高。杨梅素固体分散体能显著提高杨梅素的溶出速率。     

他克莫司固体分散体的制备及体外溶出度测定

目的:制备他克莫司固体分散体,提高他克莫司的体外溶出度。方法:以体外溶出度为指标,从泊洛沙姆188(Poloxamer188)、聚维酮K30(PVP K30)、羟丙甲纤维素(HPMCE3)、聚乙二醇6000(PEG6000)中筛选最优载体及其比例。并采用差示热量扫描(DSC)、红外光谱(FTIR)、电子扫描电镜(SEM)等进行物相表征。结果:4种不同载体制成的固体分散体均能增加他克莫司体外溶出度,通过比较优选出HPMCE3为最佳载体。物相鉴定表明,他克莫司大部分以无定型状态分散于HPMCE3中。结论:制备他克莫司-HPMCE3固体分散体可以明显提高其体外溶出度,且制备方法简单可行。     

Carvedilol dissolution improvement by preparation of solid dispersions with porous silica

Impregnation of porous SiO(2) (Sylysia) with carvedilol from acetone solution was used to improve dissolution of this poorly water-soluble drug. Solvent evaporation in a vacuum evaporator and adsorption from acetone solution were the methods used to load various amounts of carvedilol into the Sylysia pores. The impregnated carriers were characterized using nitrogen-adsorption experiments, X-ray diffraction, wettability measurements, attenuated total reflectance FTIR spectroscopy and thermal analysis. The impregnation procedures resulted in a significant improvement of drug release compared to dissolution of pure carvedilol or its physical mixtures with Sylysia. The results showed that when the drug precipitated in a thin layer within the carrier the dispersion retained a high specific surface area, micropore volume, and drug-release rate from the solid dispersion. Increasing the amount of drug in the solid dispersion caused particle precipitation within the pores that decreased the carrier's specific surface area and pore volume and decreased the release rate of the drug. The results also suggest that the amorphous form of carvedilol, the improved wettability and weak interactions between the drug and carrier in the solid dispersion also contribute to improved dissolution of the drug from the dispersion.     

超临界流体技术制备固体分散体的研究进展

超临界流体具有溶解性好、传质能力高、表面张力低及渗透性强等优点,使用超临界流体技术制备的固体分散体粒径均匀可控、纯度高、无溶剂残留,具有传统方法不可比拟的优势。目前,使用超临界流体技术制备固体分散体国内研究还处于起步阶段,该文介绍了超临界流体技术制备固体分散体的方法、原理,归纳总结各方法最新研究进展并提出其存在的问题,为该方面研究者提供参考。     

Porous aerosil loading probucol using supercritical carbon dioxide: preparation,in vitro and in vivo characteristics

Abstract

The aim of this study was to enhance the dissolution rate and oral bioavailability of probucol. Probucol was adsorbed onto aerosils via supercritical carbon dioxide (ScCO₂) and the physicochemistry properties of probucol-aerosil powder were evaluated by differential scanning calorimetry, X-ray diffraction, infrared spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy. Tablets of the probucol-aerosil powder were prepared by direct compression method. In the dissolution test, the probucol-aerosil tablets showed a significant enhanced dissolution rate compared with commercial tablets. Bioavailability study was carried out in beagle dogs. Probucol-aerosil tablets exhibited higher AUC and C_max than commercial tablets. The improved dissolution and bioavailability of probucol-aerosil tablets were attributed to the amorphous state and good dispersion of probucol. It is a feasible method to enhance the oral bioavailability by adsorbing probucol onto aerosils via ScCO₂.     

Physicochemical characterization of solid dispersions of carbamazepine formulated by supercritical carbon dioxide and conventional solvent evaporation method

Solid dispersions of carbamazepine (CBZ) were formulated by supercritical fluid processing (SCP) and conventional solvent evaporation in polyethylene glycol (PEG) 8000 with either Gelucire 44/14 or vitamin E TPGS NF (d-alpha-tocopheryl PEG 1000 succinate). Formulations were evaluated by dissolution, scanning electron microscopy, powder X-ray diffraction, and differential scanning calorimetry, and excipient cytotoxicity in Caco-2 cells by MTS [3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-5-(3-carboxymethoxyphenyl)-2-(4-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium, inner salt] assay. CBZ release was enhanced from supercritical fluid-treated CBZ and the CBZ/PEG 8000 (1:5), CBZ/PEG 8000/TPGS or Gelucire 44/14 (1:4:1) solid dispersions. The radically altered morphologies of SCP samples seen by scanning electron microscopy suggested polymorphic change that was confirmed by the X-ray diffraction and differential scanning calorimetry. Disappearance of the characteristic CBZ melting peak indicated that CBZ was dissolved inside the carrier system. Polymorphic change of CBZ during SCP led to faster dissolution. Therefore, SCP provides advantages over solid dispersions prepared by conventional processes.     

Characteristics of rofecoxib-polyethylene glycol 4000 solid dispersions and tablets based on solid dispersions

The aim of this work was to report the properties of rofecoxib-PEG 4000 solid dispersions and tablets prepared using rofecoxib solid dispersions. Rofecoxib is a poorly water soluble nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug with a poor dissolution profile. This work investigated the possibility of developing rofecoxib tablets, allowing fast, reproducible, and complete rofecoxib dissolution, by using rofecoxib solid dispersion in polyethylene glycol (PEG) 4000. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) were used to characterize the solid state of solid dispersions. The effect of PEG 4000 concentration on the dissolution rate of rofecoxib from its solid dispersions was investigated. The dissolution rate of rofecoxib from its solid dispersions increased with an increasing amount of PEG 4000. The extent of dissolution rate enhancement was estimated by calculating the mean dissolution time (MDT) values. The MDT of rofecoxib decreased significantly after preparing its solid dispersions with PEG 4000. The FTIR spectroscopic studies showed the stability of rofecoxib and absence of well-defined rofecoxib-PEG 4000 interaction. The DSC and XRD studies indicated the amorphous state of rofecoxib in solid dispersions of rofecoxib with PEG 4000. SEM pictures showed the formation of effective solid dispersions of rofecoxib with PEG 4000 since well-defined change in the surface nature of rofecoxib and solid dispersions were observed. Solid dispersions formulation with highest drug dissolution rate (rofecoxib: PEG 4000 1:10 ratio) was used for the preparation of solid dispersion-based rofecoxib tablets by the direct compression method. Solid dispersion-based rofecoxib tablets obtained by direct compression, with a hardness of 8.1 Kp exhibited rapid drug dissolution and produced quick anti-inflammatory activity when compared to conventional tablets containing pure rofecoxib at the same drug dosage. This indicated that the improved dissolution rate and quick anti-inflammatory activity of rofecoxib can be obtained from its solid dispersion-based oral tablets.     

Physicochemical characterization and dissolution study of solid dispersions of Lovastatin with polyethylene glycol 4000 and polyvinylpyrrolidone K30

Solid dispersions in water-soluble carriers have attracted considerable interest as a means of improving the dissolution rate, and hence possibly bioavailability, of a range of hydrophobic drugs. The aim of the present study was to improve the solubility and dissolution rate of a poorly water-soluble drug, Lovastatin, by a solid dispersion technique. Solid dispersions were prepared by using polyethylene glycol 4000 (PEG 4000) and polyvinylpyrrolidone K30 (PVP K30) in different drug-to-carrier ratios. Dispersions with PEG 4000 were prepared by fusion-cooling and solvent evaporation, whereas dispersions containing PVP K30 were prepared by solvent evaporation technique. These new formulations were characterized in the liquid state by phase solubility studies and in the solid state by differential scanning calorimetry, X-ray powder diffraction, and FT-IR spectroscopy. The aqueous solubility of Lovastatin was favored by the presence of both polymers. The negative values of the Gibbs free energy and enthalpy of transfer explained the spontaneous transfer from pure water to the aqueous polymer environment. Solid-state characterization indicated Lovastatin was present as amorphous material and entrapped in polymer matrix. In contrast to the very slow dissolution rate of pure Lovastatin, the dispersion of the drug in the polymers considerably enhanced the dissolution rate. This can be attributed to improved wettability and dispersibility, as well as decrease of the crystalline and increase of the amorphous fraction of the drug. Solid dispersion prepared with PVP showed the highest improvement in wettability and dissolution rate of Lovastatin. Even physical mixture of Lovastatin prepared with both polymers also showed better dissolution profile than that of pure Lovastatin. Tablets containing solid dispersion prepared with PEG and PVP showed significant improvement in the release profile Lovastatin compared with tablets containing Lovastatin without PEG or PVP.     

超临界二氧化碳制备布地奈德-聚氧乙烯固体分散体及体外评价

本文以水难溶性药物布地奈德为模型药物，研究超临界流体技术制备布地奈德-聚氧乙烯固体分散体的方法及其影响因素。采用超临界二氧化碳静态法制备布地奈德-聚氧乙烯固体分散体，用粉末X射线衍射法、差示扫描量热法、溶解度法和体外溶出实验进行固体分散体的物相鉴别。在40 ℃，20 MPa条件下，布地奈德-聚氧乙烯N750(1∶10)是形成固体分散体的最佳条件，布地奈德与聚氧乙烯载体形成氢键，以无定形状态存在于载体中，溶解度和体外溶出速率显著提高。超临界流体技术是制备固体分散体的一种可行方法。     

Preparation and characterization of solid dispersions of Quercetin with PEG4000

Objective To enhance the solubility,quicken the speed of digesting and absorption,and increase the bioavailability of quercetin(3,3',4',5,7-pentahydroxyflavone).Methods A series of Quercetin-PEG4000 solid dispersions were prepared by fusion method.The configuration and property of solid dispersion were characterized by solubility tests,dissolution tests,FTIR spectra,differential scanning calorimetry(DSC)and microphotograph.Results 1.According to solubility tests the the mass ratio of quercetin to PEG4000 affected strongly on the solubility of solid dispersions,on the whole,the relation of the solubility of solid dispersions to the mass ratio presented linear relationship.The preparation temperature had little effect on the solubility of solid dispersions.The surface-active agent,polysorbate80 increased strongly the solubility of solid dispersions.2.According to the dissolution tests,the mass ratio of quercetin to PEG4000 affected strongly on the dissolution of solid dispersions,the preparation temperature had little effect on the dissolution of solid dispersions.The surface-active agent,polysorbate80 increased strongly the dissolution of solid dispersions,and after addition polysorbate80,the dissolution of solid dispersions was two times of the dissolution of solid dispersions without polysorbate80.3.According to the DSC results,except that a little of quercetin molecular existed as crystalline state in the solid dispersion with the mass ratio was qu:PEG=1:2,quercetin existed as amorphous phase in other mass ratio solid dispersion.4.According to the FTIR spectra and microphotograph results,the relation of quercetin and PEG4000 was mainly physical mixing in quercetin-PEG4000 solid dispersion.Quercetin was just like solute in solution,and PEG4000 was just like solvent in solution.The force between quercetin and PEG4000 was mainly hydrogen bonding,so the biological activity of quercetin would not be influenced greatly after the formation solid dispersion.Conclusions These results suggest that quercetin existed mainly as amorphous phase in solid dispersion;the solubility and the dissolution in water were increased obviously after formation the solid dispersion.     

Preparation, dissolution and characterization of albendazole solid dispersions

In this study, solid dispersion systems of the sparingly water soluble drug, albendazole (ABZ), were mixed with varying concentrations of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP K 12) in an attempt to improve the solubility and dissolution rate of ABZ. Physical characteristics were investigated by Powder X-ray diffraction. As expected, the albendazole dissolution rate, expressed as the dissolution efficiency, and also the solubility coefficient were increased when albendazole was mixed with PVP. An increase in the concentration of the polymer in the solid dispersion produced an increase in both parameters. The powder X-ray diffraction patterns showed that the solid dispersion presented an amorphous form of albendazole in this coprecipitate system.     

Improvement of solubility and dissolution rate of indomethacin by solid dispersions in Gelucire 50/13 and PEG4000

The aim of this study was to prepare and characterize solid dispersions of water insoluble non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, indomethacin (IND), with polyethylene glycol 4000 (PEG4000) and Gelucire 50/13 (Gelu.) for enhancing the dissolution rate of the drug. The solid dispersions (SDs) were prepared by hot melting method at 1:1, 1:2 and 1:4 drug to polymer ratios. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray powder diffractometry (XRD) and differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) were used to examine the physical state of the drug. Furthermore, the solubility and the dissolution rate of the drug in its different systems were explored. The data from the XRD showed that the drug was still detectable in its solid state in all SDs of IND–Gelu. and disappeared in case of higher ratio of IND–PEG4000. DSC thermograms showed the significant change in melting peak of the IND when prepared as SDs suggesting the change in crystallinity of IND. The highest ratio of the polymer (1:4) enhanced the drug solubility about 4-folds or 3.5-folds in case of SDs of IND–PEG or IND–Gelu., respectively. An increased dissolution rate of IND at pH 1.2 and 7.4 was observed when the drug was dispersed in these carriers in form of physical mixtures (PMs) or SDs. IND released faster from the SDs than from the pure crystalline drug or the PMs. The dissolution rate of IND from its PMs or SDs increased with an increasing amount of polymer.     

Ibuprofen-phospholipid solid dispersions: improved dissolution and gastric tolerance

Solid dispersions of ibuprofen with various phospholipids were prepared, and the effect of phospholipids on the in vitro dissolution and in vivo gastrointestinal toxicity of ibuprofen was evaluated. Most phospholipids improved the dissolution of ibuprofen; dimyristoylphosphatidyl-glycerol (DMPG) had the greatest effect. At 45 min, the extent of dissolution of ibuprofen from the ibuprofen-DMPG system (weight ratio 9:1) increased about 69% compared to ibuprofen alone; the initial rate of dissolution increased sevenfold. Increasing the DMPG content from 9:1 to 4:1 in this system did not significantly increase the rate and the extent of dissolution. X-ray diffraction and scanning electron micrograph indicated a smaller crystallite size of ibuprofen with fairly uniform distribution in the ibuprofen-DMPG solid dispersion. A small amount of carrier phospholipid significantly increases the rate and the extent of dissolution, which may increase the bioavailability of ibuprofen. The number of ulcers >0.5mm in size formed in the gastric mucosa of rats following ibuprofen, DMPG, DMPC and DPPC solid dispersions (ibuprofen and phospholipid weight ratio 4:1) were 8.6 ± 6.2, 3.9 ± 5.3, 5.3 ± 4.9 and 9.1 ± 7.4, respectively. Solid dispersion of ibuprofen with DMPG was significantly less irritating to the gastric mucosa than ibuprofen itself (one-way ANOVA, p<0.05). Solid dispersion of ibuprofen and DMPG decreases the gastric side effects of ibuprofen.     

Improvement of the dissolution rate of artemisinin by means of supercritical fluid technology and solid dispersions

The purpose of this study was to enhance the dissolution rate of artemisinin in order to improve the intestinal absorption characteristics. The effect of: (1) micronisation and (2) formation of solid dispersions with PVPK25 was assessed in an in vitro dissolution system [dissolution medium: water (90%), ethanol (10%) and sodium lauryl sulphate (0.1%)]. Coulter counter analysis was used to measure particle size. X-ray diffraction and DSC were used to analyse the physical state of the powders. Micronisation by means of a jet mill and supercritical fluid technology resulted in a significant decrease in particle size as compared to untreated artemisinin. All powders appeared to be crystalline. The dissolution rate of the micronised forms improved in comparison to the untreated form, but showed no difference in comparison to mechanically ground artemisinin. Solid dispersions of artemisinin with PVPK25 as a carrier were prepared by the solvent method. Both X-ray diffraction and DSC showed that the amorphous state was reached when the amount of PVPK25 was increased to 67%. The dissolution rate of solid dispersions with at least 67% of PVPK25 was significantly improved in comparison to untreated and mechanically ground artemisinin. Modulation of the dissolution rate of artemisinin was obtained by both particle size reduction and formation of solid dispersions. The effect of particle size reduction on the dissolution rate was limited. Solid dispersions could be prepared by using a relatively small amount of PVPK25. The formation of solid dispersions with PVPK25 as a carrier appears to be a promising method to improve the intestinal absorption characteristics of artemisinin.     

Preparation and dissolution characteristics of griseofulvin solid dispersions with saccharides

To improve the solubility of poorly water-soluble drugs, we studied physical characteristics of griseofulvin (GF) solid dispersions with saccharides as the dispersion carrier using a roll mixing method. In all carriers tested, roll mixtures of GF and saccharides gradually became amorphous, and the solubility of GF increased. The solubility of GF was higher in the mixtures with higher molecular weight carriers such as corn starch and processed starch. The dissolution of GF was markedly improved by the GF-Britishgum roll mixture. The initial dissolution rate of these mixtures was 170-fold higher than GF alone. The surface tension of carrier aqueous solutions was low in the processed starch with branched sugar chains. The initial dissolution rate of GF in physical mixtures was correlated with the surface tension of carrier aqueous solutions. The stability of the amorphous state of GF at a high humidity was maintained in the mixtures with carriers with a high molecular weight. These results indicated that the solubility of GF was markedly improved in the roll mixtures. It was suggested that the saccharides with a high molecular weight are useful carriers for solid dispersions.