Abstract
In the present work we have attempted to develop a novel transmucosal patch of diclofenac sodium using electrospun polycaprolactone (PCL) nanofibers. PCL nanofibers were prepared by electrospinning techniques using different polymer concentrations. Nanofibers formulations were characterized by SEM, FTIR, drug loading, and in-vitro release study using Franz diffusion cell. Studies revealed the nanofibers fabricated from 13% PCL were fracture-free, non-beaded, and ultrafine with 120 nm diameter. Release studies demonstrated the sustained release behavior of PCL nanofibers. Nanofibers can be exploited for transmucosal drug delivery of NSAID with improved therapeutic efficacy. © 2012 Informa Healthcare USA, Inc.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 146-150 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Artificial Cells, Blood Substitutes, and Biotechnology |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 1-2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 1 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Generated from Scopus record by KAUST IRTS on 2023-10-12ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biotechnology