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A novel core-coated microsphere system enhances peptide drug delivery by improving loading efficiency and stability. This system protects drug integrity and reduces initial burst release compared to conventional methods.

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Drug Delivery Systems
  • Pharmaceutical Technology

Background:

  • Peptide drugs require advanced delivery systems for improved stability and efficacy.
  • Conventional microsphere systems often face challenges with drug loading efficiency and premature release.
  • Biodegradable polymers like PELA offer potential for controlled drug release applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and characterize a novel core-coated microsphere delivery system for peptide drugs.
  • To enhance the loading efficiency, stability, and controlled release of peptide drugs.
  • To compare the performance of the new system with conventional microsphere formulations.

Main Methods:

  • Development of calcium alginate microcores encapsulated within a poly-DL-lactide-poly(ethylene glycol) (PELA) coat.

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  • Entrapment of recombinant interferon (IFN)-alpha-2a within alginate microcores.
  • Microencapsulation using a water-in-oil-in-water solvent extraction method.
  • Characterization of microspheres for morphology, size, encapsulation efficiency, and in-vitro release.
  • Assessment of IFN biological activity retention using cell-based assays.

    • Main Results:

    • The core-coated microspheres demonstrated high entrapment and encapsulation efficiency for peptide drugs.
    • The PELA-coated microspheres effectively stabilized the peptide drug, retaining biological activity.
    • The new system exhibited significantly lower burst release (14%) compared to conventional microspheres (31%).
    • In-vitro release studies confirmed controlled peptide drug release from the core-coated system.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed core-coated microsphere system represents a promising approach for delivering water-soluble macromolecular drugs.
    • This novel system improves peptide drug loading, stability, and controlled release profiles.
    • The findings suggest potential applications in the delivery of proteins, peptide drugs, and vaccines.