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An oral delivery device based on self-folding hydrogels.

Hongyan He1, Jingjiao Guan2, James L Lee1

  • 1Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43210, United States.

Journal of Controlled Release : Official Journal of the Controlled Release Society
|November 29, 2005
PubMed
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A novel self-folding miniature device enhances drug delivery by improving mucoadhesion and protecting medications. This innovative hydrogel-based system ensures targeted, unidirectional drug release for better absorption.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Drug Delivery Systems
  • Gastrointestinal Research

Background:

  • Developing effective drug delivery systems is crucial for improving therapeutic outcomes.
  • Current methods face challenges with mucoadhesion, drug protection, and targeted release.
  • Miniaturized devices offer potential for enhanced localized drug delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a self-folding miniature device for enhanced mucoadhesion, drug protection, and targeted unidirectional delivery.
  • To investigate the role of a bilayered structure with pH-sensitive hydrogel in device functionality.
  • To assess the device's performance in vitro using a porcine small intestine model.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a finger-like bilayered device using poly(methyacrylic acid) (PMAA) and poly(hydroxyethyl methacrylate) (PHEMA).

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  • Incorporation of a mucoadhesive drug layer onto the bilayered structure.
  • Evaluation of mucoadhesion, drug protection, and release kinetics in vitro.
  • Testing in a porcine small intestine model to demonstrate functionality.

    • Main Results:

    • The self-folding device demonstrated enhanced mucoadhesion through curling into the mucus.
    • The poly(hydroxyethyl methacrylate) (PHEMA) layer effectively minimized drug leakage, acting as a diffusion barrier.
    • Unidirectional drug release was achieved, improving transport through the mucosal epithelium.
    • Successful in vitro functionality was confirmed using a porcine small intestine model.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed self-folding miniature device offers a promising approach for enhanced mucoadhesion and targeted drug delivery.
    • The unique bilayered hydrogel structure facilitates controlled drug release and protection.
    • This technology has the potential to significantly improve the efficacy of gastrointestinal drug therapies.