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Transdermal iontophoresis patch with reverse electrodialysis.

Joon Lee1,2, Kilsung Kwon1, Minyoung Kim1

  • 1a Biosensor Laboratories Incoperated, Seoul National University , Seoul , Republic of Korea.

Drug Delivery
|April 21, 2017
PubMed
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This study introduces a disposable skin patch powered by reverse electrodialysis (RED) energy. This eco-friendly patch effectively enhances transdermal drug delivery, particularly for peptides.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Electrochemistry

Background:

  • Reverse electrodialysis (RED) generates energy from salinity gradients.
  • Transdermal drug delivery faces challenges with peptide penetration.
  • Existing iontophoretic systems may require complex circuitry.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a disposable skin patch utilizing RED technology for drug delivery.
  • To investigate the efficacy of RED-powered iontophoresis for enhanced transdermal peptide delivery.
  • To propose a novel, eco-friendly energy source for wearable drug delivery systems.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a disposable skin patch integrating a RED system.
  • Utilizing the RED system to generate controllable current density for iontophoresis.
Keywords:
Reverse electrodialysisiontophoresispatchtransdermal

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  • In vitro assessment of transdermal peptide delivery enhancement using the developed patch.

    • Main Results:

    • The RED system provided sufficient current density for iontophoretic drug delivery without complex circuits.
    • In vitro studies demonstrated enhanced transdermal delivery of peptides compared to simple diffusion.
    • The developed patch successfully facilitated peptide permeation through the skin barrier.

    Conclusions:

    • A disposable iontophoretic skin patch powered by RED technology has been successfully developed.
    • This eco-friendly system offers a promising approach for enhanced transdermal delivery of challenging molecules like peptides.
    • The technology holds potential for applications in new cosmetic patches and disposable drug delivery systems.