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A K Dorle

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PubMed2004

Evaluation of new rosin derivatives for pharmaceutical coating.

Rosin and Rosin-based polymers have diversified drug delivery applications achieving sustained/controlled release profiles. In this manuscript, two new Rosin derivatives were synthesized and evaluated for physicochemical properties, molecular weight, polydispersity and glass transition temperature. Plasticizer-free films prepared by solvent evaporation were tested for surface morphology, water vapour transmission and mechanical properties (tensile strength, percent elongation and modulus of elasticity). The films showed low tensile strength and high percent elongation values achieving smooth and uniform surface. The derivatives were further characterized for film coating by evaluating the release of a model drug (diclofenac sodium) from pellets coated with the rosin derivatives as retarding membrane. Drug release was sustained up to 10 h due to 10% (w/w) coat built up with the new rosin derivatives. Increase in coat-built-up further facilitated sustained release from coated forms. Film coating could be achieved without agglomeration of the pellets within a reasonable operating time. The present study proposes novel film forming materials with potential use in sustained drug delivery.

Chemistry, Pharmaceutical↗
PubMed2004

Preparation and evaluation of microcapsules using polymerized rosin as a novel wall forming material.

Sustained release diclofenac sodium microcapsules were prepared using polymerized rosin as a novel wall-forming material by a solvent evaporation technique. A novel method developed in our laboratory with the potential for scale-up and production of polymerized rosin microcapsules is detailed. These microcapsules might have application for development of implant/depot systems, primarily due to a sustained/controlled release capability and potential biocompatibility of polymerized rosin. The effect of variables like solvent systems, stirring speed and temperature were previously optimized. The solution system of drug and polymerized rosin dissolved in iso-propyl alcohol and acetone is sprayed with the help of a 0.5 mm nozzle spray gun in liquid paraffin maintained at 60 degrees C in the stirring condition. Varying drug:polymer ratios, namely 1:1, 1:2, 2:1, 1:3 and 3:1, were employed for microcapsule preparation. The prepared microcapsules were evaluated for size, shape, drug content and in vitro drug release. The morphology of microcapsules was characterized by scanning electron microscopy. The microcapsules show sustained release curves at pH 7.4 phosphate buffer for up to 10 h. The data obtained from the dissolution profiles were compared in the light of different kinetics models and the regression coefficients were compared. The in vitro dissolution study confirmed the Higuchi-order release pattern. Particle size and release data analysis from five consecutive batches prepared in the laboratory indicated suitable reproducibility of the proposed solvent evaporation process.

Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal↗
PubMed2003

Study of the biodegradation and in vivo biocompatibility of novel biomaterials.

The degradation of two rosin-based biomaterials, the glycerol ester of maleic rosin (GMR) and the pentaerythritol ester of maleic rosin (PMR), was examined in vitro in phosphate-buffered saline at pH 7.4 and in vivo in a subcutaneous rat model. Free films of the two biomaterials with mean thickness 0.4+/-0.02 mm were used for the study. The initial biocompatibility was followed by microscopic examination of the inflammatory tissue response to the implanted films. Sample weight loss and molecular weight decline of the free films was used to monitor the degradation quantitatively, while surface morphological changes were analysed for qualitative estimation. Biocompatibility response was followed on post-operative days 7, 14, 21 and 28 and compared with those of poly(DL-lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) (50:50) films. Both biomaterials showed slow in vitro degradation when compared with the in vivo rate. The mechanism followed was, however, bulk degradation of the films. The penta-esterified form of maleic rosin was observed to degrade more rapidly than glycerol esterified maleic rosin. The acute and subacute inflammatory reactions were characterized by fibrosis at the end of 28 days. The biomaterials showed reasonable tissue tolerance to the extent evaluated. There was a total absence of tissue necrosis or abscess formation for all implanted films. The response, although not identical to that of PLGA, is reasonable, promising new drug delivery applications for rosin biomaterials.

Animals↗
PubMed2003

Biodegradation studies of rosin-based polymers.

This study was designed to investigate two rosin-based polymers (R-1 and R-2) for their in vitro and in vivo biodegradation behavior. The in vitro hydrolytic degradation was carried out in buffer solutions of pH 4.4, 7.4, and 10.4 at 37 degrees C. Enzymatic degradation was studied using enzymes lipase, pancreatine, and pectinase. Free films of the two polymers were subcutaneously implanted in rabbits for the in vivo biodegradation. The extent of degradation was determined quantitatively by weight loss and was followed qualitatively by scanning electron microscopy. The extent and the rate of degradation was better in vivo than in vitro. The polymers showed poor enzymatic degradation and a highly pH-dependent hydrolytic degradation.

Animals↗
PubMed2003

Evaluation of the film-forming property of hydrogenated rosin.

The film-forming and coating properties of a new biomaterial, hydrogenated rosin (HR), is investigated in the present communication. Films produced by casting method are studied for mechanical, (tensile strength, elongation, and Young's modulus), water vapor transmission, and moisture absorption characteristics. Type of plasticizer and its concentration were observed to play an important role in modifying the film characteristics. Dibutyl sebacate (DBS), a hydrophobic plasticizer, was found to be suitable for development of flexible and smooth films. Film formulations plasticized with DBS were investigated for coating the drug layered nonpareil seeds where plasticization facilitated development of smooth and uniformly coated pellets. The increase in coat buildup, however, did not sustain the drug release significantly. The studies conclude that HR films promise utility as moisture-protective hydrophobic, film-coating materials.

Absorption↗
PubMed2003

Hepatoprotective activity of Haridradi ghrita on carbon tetrachloride-induced liver damage in rats.

Haridradi ghrita, a ghee based polyherbal formulation, (50, 100, 200 and 300 mg/kg) significantly lowered marker enzymes (SGPT, SGOT, ALP) and bilirubin in serum and liver peroxide, superoxide dismutase and catalase in liver homogenate following CCl4 (0.7 ml/kg, ip) toxicity. The protective effect was further supported by reversal of CCl4 induced histological changes. The results demonstrate significant hepatoprotective action of H. ghrita in CCl4 damaged rats.

Animals↗
PubMed2002

Polymerized rosin: novel film forming polymer for drug delivery.

Polymerized rosin (PR) a novel film forming polymer is characterized and investigated in the present study for its application in drug delivery. Films were produced by a casting/solvent evaporation method from plasticizer free and plasticizer containing solutions. Films prepared from different formulations were studied for their mechanical (tensile strength, percent elongation and Young's modulus), water vapour transmission and moisture absorption characteristics. Neat PR films were slightly brittle and posed the problem of breaking during handling. Hydrophobic plasticizers, dibutyl sebacate and tributyl citrate, improved the mechanical properties of free films with both the plasticizers showing significant effects on film elongation. Release of diclofenac sodium (model drug) from coated pellets was sustained with high coating levels. Concentration of plasticizer was found to affect the release profile. PR films plasticized with hydrophobic plasticizers could therefore be used in coating processes for the design of oral sustained delivery dosage forms.

Chemistry, Pharmaceutical↗
PubMed2002

Synthesis and evaluation of rosin-based polymers as film coating materials.

Rosin-based polymers (R-1 and R-2) were synthesized and characterized for physicochemical properties, molecular weight (Mw), polydispersity (Mw/Mn), glass transition temperature (Tg), and thermogravimetry (TGA). Films of the polymers were cast on a mercury substrate by solvent evaporation technique. Free films were characterized for surface topography by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), water vapor transmission rate (WVTR), tensile strength, percentage elongation, and modulus of elasticity. The polymers were further evaluated as film coating materials by evaluating drug release from coated pellets with diclofenac sodium as a model drug. Drug was loaded on non-pareil seeds by a solution-layering technique and coated with varying concentrations of polymer solutions. Sustained release of the drug was observed from coated pellets. The newly synthesized rosin-based polymers promise considerable utility for pharmaceutical coating.

Capsules↗
PubMed2001

Formation and stability studies of multiple (w/o/w) emulsions prepared with newly synthesized rosin-based polymeric surfactants.

The multiple (water-in-oil-in-water, w/o/w) emulsions were prepared using newly synthesized rosin-based polymeric surfactants. The oil phase used was liquid paraffin. These emulsions were evaluated for stability by various methods: conductivity, viscosity, particle size, and visual inspection. The stability studies were carried out at 37 degrees C and 4 degrees C for 1 month. The multiple emulsion prepared with polymer 7 was found to be more stable compared to the emulsions prepared with polymer 2.

Chemical Phenomena↗
PubMed1990

Rosin and rosin derivatives as hydrophobic matrix materials for controlled release of drugs.

The evaluation of rosin, a rosin hard paraffin adduct, and four rosin esters as hydrophobic matrix materials for the controlled release of drugs is reported, using aspirin as a drug model. Aspirin matrix tablets were prepared using a wet granulation (nonaqueous) method, and were evaluated for various pharmaceutical parameters. Dissolution studies in pH 7.2 phosphate buffer showed that all formulations had hardness greater than 6 kg/cm2 and disintegration time greater than 150 min. Release of aspirin from the formulations obeyed a diffusion controlled first order kinetic and linear to the square root of time function. Two of the resin ester formulations had a T80% of more than 4 hr. The results suggest that these esters may find application in the development of sustained release formulations for the local treatment of dental diseases, or--as tablet matrices suitably coated with acid resistant material--in the development of oral sustained release drug delivery systems.

Aspirin↗
PubMed1975

The effect of acute bilateral adrenalectomy on vasopressor responses to catecholamines in dogs.

The effect of acute bilateral adrenalectomy on the pressor responses to adrenaline, noradrenaline and isoprenaline was studied in anaesthetized dogs. The responses to all the three catecholamines were reduced by adrenalectomy. Treatment with cortisone, cyclic AMP partially restored the responsiveness. Desocycorticosterone, aldosterone, hydrocortisone, phenylbutazone or infusion of either saline and noradrenaline failed to improve the impaired pressor responses seen in adrenalectomized dogs. Treatment with corticosterone alone. combined administration of aldosterone and hydrocortisone or cortisone followed by cyclic 3',5'-AMP also restored catecholamine responses amost to normal. The pressor responses to catecholmaines in dogs were also reduced by metyrapone-induced cortical insufficiency. Administration of corticosterone, cortisone or cyclic AMP slightly improved these responses; the recovery was not, however, as effective as that noted in the adrenalectomized condition.

Adrenal Cortex Hormones↗