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Transdermal iontophoresis patch with reverse electrodialysis

Year: 2017

Type: article

Abstract: Reverse electrodialysis (RED) technology generates energy from the salinity gradient by contacting waters with different salinity. Herein, we develop the disposable skin patch using this eco-friendly energy. The current density, which can be controlled easily without special circuit, is enough to iontophoretic drug delivery. In vitro study, this iontophoretic system enhanced the transdermal delivery of peptide, which is difficult to penetrate the skin barrier by simple diffusion. We design the disposable iontophoretic skin patch using RED system and suggest this patch can be apply on new cosmetic patch or disposable drug patch.

Source: Drug Delivery

DOI: 10.1080/10717544.2017.1282555

Authors: Joon Lee, Kilsung Kwon, Minyoung Kim, Joonhong Min, Nathaniel S. Hwang, Won-serk Kim

Institutions: Seoul National University, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital, Sungkyunkwan University

Language: English

Topic: Advancements in Transdermal Drug Delivery

Subfield: Pharmaceutical Science

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,864