Amorphous solid dispersions (ASDs) are a formulation and development strategy that can
be used to increase the apparent aqueous solubility of poorly water-soluble drugs. Their …

Edible films containing essential oils (EO) as natural antibacterial agents are promising
systems for food preservation. In this work, nanoemulsions of Thymus daenensis EO (wild; …

Abstract Systems composed of bioadhesive and thermoresponsive polymers can combine in
situ gelation with bio/mucoadhesion, enhancing retention of topically applied drugs. The …

In this study, biodegradable slow-release fertilizer (SRF) hydrogels were synthesized from
hydroxyl propyl methyl cellulose (HPMC), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), glycerol and urea (SRF1) …

Gefitinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that is intended for oral administration yet suffers poor
bioavailability along with undesirable side effects. To enhance its solubility and allow colon …

Resveratrol (RVT) is a polyphenolic phytoestrogen which has shown antiproliferative activity
in breast cancer. However, its low bioavailability and short half-life have restricted its use …

The development and clinical translation of small interfering RNA (siRNA) therapies remains
challenging owing to their poor pharmacokinetics. 3D printing technology presents a great …

Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC)-based films are widely used but there is still a need
to improve their properties due to their hydrophilic nature. Beeswax and nanoclay are …

The present surge in environmental consciousness has pushed for the use of biodegradable
plasticizers, which are sustainable and abundant in plant resources. As a result of their …

The influence of Piper nigrum (P. nigrum) leaves extract on structural and physicochemical
properties of chitosan/poly (vinyl alcohol)(CH/PVA) blend films were studied. The hypothesis …