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Miscibility and interactions between 17beta-estradiol and Eudragit RS in solid dispersion.

Chutima Wiranidchapong¹, Ian G Tucker, Thomas Rades

¹Department of Industrial Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand.

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|March 21, 2008

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This study investigated the miscibility of 17beta-estradiol and Eudragit RS in solid dispersions. Findings indicate a significant interaction between these components, influencing their thermal properties and suggesting potential for improved drug delivery systems.

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Area of Science:

Pharmaceutical Sciences
Materials Science
Physical Chemistry

Background:

Solid dispersions are crucial for enhancing the solubility and bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs.
Understanding drug-polymer interactions is key to designing effective pharmaceutical formulations.
17beta-estradiol is a vital hormone with therapeutic applications, often requiring formulation strategies for optimal delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the miscibility of 17beta-estradiol and Eudragit RS in solid dispersions.
To investigate the interactions between 17beta-estradiol and Eudragit RS using thermal analysis.
To characterize the physical state and interactions within the solid dispersion system.

Main Methods:

Modulated Temperature Differential Scanning Calorimetry (MTDSC) was employed to analyze solid dispersions.
Two distinct heating programs were utilized to assess melting point depression and glass transition temperature variations.
Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy was used to confirm intermolecular interactions.

Main Results:

MTDSC revealed a depression in the melting point of 17beta-estradiol within Eudragit RS solid dispersions, explained by the Nishi-Wang equation.
Variations in the glass transition temperature (Tg) of amorphous 17beta-estradiol were observed and modeled using the Kwei equation.
Analysis indicated a significant interaction between 17beta-estradiol and Eudragit RS, attributed to inter-associated hydrogen bonding.

Conclusions:

17beta-estradiol and Eudragit RS exhibit miscibility in solid dispersions, evidenced by thermal behavior and interaction analysis.
The observed interactions, particularly hydrogen bonding, are critical factors influencing the physical properties of the solid dispersion.
These findings support the potential of Eudragit RS as a carrier for 17beta-estradiol in solid dispersion formulations.