Design, development and evaluation of Nano Based Novel Ophthalmic Drug Delivery System for Glaucoma
Year: 2023
Type: article
Abstract: In order to treat glaucoma, the in-situ gel of the chitosan nanoparticles loaded with Carteolol was developed for this investigation. By using the ionotropic gelation approach, Carteolol-loaded chitosan nanoparticles (Carteolol-CHNPs) were created. They were then further improved using the 3-factor and 3-level Box–Behnken design. Three factors were chosen as independent variables: chitosan (A), sodium tripolyphosphate (B), and stirring speed (C). They were shown to have an impact on loading capacity (LC as Y3), entrapment efficiency (EE as Y2), and particle size (PS as Y1). Gel containing nanoparticles was assessed for rheological, gelation time, gelling temperature, and transcorneal permeability. Furthermore, transcorneal permeation drug release investigations and intraocular pressure (IOP) for improved gel were carried out in vitro. Using a rabbit model, the biocompatibility of formulations was examined. Optimized Carteolol-chitosan nanoparticles are incorporated into a thermosensitive in-situ gel matrix to enhance precorneal residence time without irritating the eyes and to facilitate the sustained release of Carteolol through the cornea for efficient glaucoma treatment.
Authors: Monali Dumore, Praveen Sharma
Institution: Oriental Universiteti
Language: English
Subfield: Pharmaceutical Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7216745483