iv List of original publications v

The objectives of the study were to formulate hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose-based controlled release matrix tablets for theophylline with varying drug:polymer ratios (1:1 and 1:2) and differing tablet hardness (5, 6 and 7 kg/cm(2)), and to evaluate the tablet's physico-chemical properties such as hardness, uniformity of weight, friability, drug content and in vitro drug release. Initially, gra...

The objective of this article is to review the spectrum of mathematical models that have been developed to describe drug release from hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)-based pharmaceutical devices. The major advantages of these models are: (i) the elucidation of the underlying mass transport mechanisms; and (ii) the possibility to predict the effect of the device design parameters (e.g., sha...

Hydrophilic matrix tablets (matrices) for oral use are designed to hydrate on swallowing, and form a ‘gel’ layer of hydrated polymer at the tablet surface to control the rate of drug release during passage of the matrix through the gastrointestinal tract. During gastrointestinal transit, the matrices are reduced in size through surface erosion and dissolution. This reduces the probability of ex...

Lozenges are solid preparations made from aromatic and sweet taste that can dissolve slowly in the mouth, which intended to treat infections mouth throat. Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) is a binder be used lozenges.This study attempted examine effect of concentration HPMC as tablet preparation red ginger rhizome extract (Zingiber officinale Var Rubrum) by wet granulation method. This was ...

Objective: The proposed work was aimed to formulation, characterization and optimization of transdermal patches nanoparticles eplerenone for efficient delivery the drug. Methods: Eplerenone were formulated by casting evaporation method. Transdermal made using combinations hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC), Eudragit RS 100. Physical evaluation (organoleptic properties, pH, weight uniformity, ...

We aimed to compare the therapeutic effects of topical 1% sodium hyaluronate (Healon) or hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) for the treatment of alkali-induced epithelial corneal defects. An alkali burn was produced in 30 corneas of 30 New Zealand White rabbits, using a 7.5-mm-diameter trephine. The rabbits were randomly divided into three groups. Four times a day, one group was treated with ...

A colon-specific capsule with alginate beads containing a self-microemulsifying drug delivery system (SMEDDS) was developed and evaluated. The SMEDDS technique was used to improve the solubility of curcumin (Cur). After encapsulating the Cur-loaded SMEDDS, the alginate beads were placed inside an impermeable capsule body. A konjac glucomannan/lactose/hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (KG/Lac/ HPMC)...

Hyaluronic acid (Healon), oxycellulose (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), and glycerin are lubricants used in cochlear implant surgery for atraumatic deep insertion of the electrode array into the scala tympani. The electrical impedances of these three lubricants were measured to assess possible effects on intraoperative evoked response measurements, such as the electrically evoked stapedius refl...

Diazepam (DZP) has become a commonly used drug for treatment of acute repetitive epileptic seizures and febrile convulsions in children. Considering the advantages of rectal administration of DZP, the objective of our study was to formulate and evaluate rectal hydrogels containing DZP as a drug substance in combination with suitable co-solvents and preservatives. Prepared HPMC (hydroxypropyl me...