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[Dosage forms of phytogenic drugs]
C P Luftensteiner1, H Viernstein
1Institut für Pharmazeutische Technologie, Universität Wien.
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|September 14, 1999
Summary
Formulating herbal drugs presents challenges due to complex properties and potential instabilities. Advanced formulation techniques yield stable preparations, improving patient compliance through easier application and better sensory qualities.
Area of Science:
- Pharmaceutical Technology
- Natural Product Chemistry
- Pharmacognosy
Context:
- Herbal drug formulation involves managing complex multicomponent materials with unique physicochemical properties.
- Instabilities of active compounds, interactions with excipients, and microbial contamination pose significant challenges.
- Traditional herbal extracts require careful consideration for stability and efficacy in pharmaceutical preparations.
Purpose:
- To address the challenges in formulating stable and effective herbal drug products.
- To explore the use of advanced formulation methods for herbal medicines.
- To enhance patient compliance through improved dosage forms and sensory attributes.
Summary:
- Herbal drug formulation is complex due to the inherent properties of natural products.
- Key challenges include managing active compound stability, preventing interactions, and ensuring microbial safety.
- Modern pharmaceutical technology enables the creation of stable herbal preparations in various dosage forms, including fluid, semi-solid, and solid options.
Impact:
- Development of stable and high-quality herbal medicinal products.
- Improved therapeutic outcomes and patient adherence to treatment regimens.
- Expansion of the range and types of available herbal dosage forms for diverse applications.