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  • 1Pharmaceutical Technology Research Group, Department of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Bath, Bath BA2 7AY, UK. prspmy@bath.ac.uk

Journal of Colloid and Interface Science
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Drug interactions in pressurized metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) can reduce effectiveness. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) emerged as the most suitable canister material, improving drug delivery performance.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Materials Science
  • Surface Chemistry

Background:

  • Drug particulate interactions in pressurized metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) can compromise aerosolization efficiency and therapeutic efficacy.
  • Understanding these interactions is crucial for optimizing pMDI formulation and device design.

Discussion:

  • Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) colloid probe technique was employed to quantify drug-surface interactions.
  • Force-distance curves were measured for salbutamol sulfate against borosilicate glass, aluminum, and PTFE in a model propellant.
  • Separation energy values were integrated from the force-distance curves to rank material suitability.

Key Insights:

  • Median separation energy values indicated a clear preference: borosilicate glass > aluminum > PTFE.

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  • PTFE exhibited the lowest adhesion forces, suggesting minimal drug-particulate interaction.
  • These findings highlight PTFE as a promising material for pMDI canister coatings to enhance drug delivery.

    • Outlook:

    • Further investigation into PTFE's long-term stability and compatibility with various pMDI formulations is warranted.
    • This research can inform the selection of optimal materials for next-generation pMDIs.
    • Improved understanding of drug-surface interactions will lead to more effective inhaled therapies.