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Surface Solid Dispersion of Ketoconazole on Trehalose Dihydrate using Spray Drying to Achieve Enhanced Dissolution
Wanlop Weecharangsan1, Robert J Lee2
1Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Srinakharinwirot University, Nakhonnayok, 26120, Thailand. wanlop@g.swu.ac.th.
Abstract:
Ketoconazole (K) is a poorly water-soluble drug that faces significant challenges in achieving therapeutic efficacy. This study aimed to enhance the dissolution rate of ketoconazole by depositing spray-dried ketoconazole (SK) onto the surface of ground trehalose dihydrate (T) using spray drying. Ketoconazole-trehalose surface solid dispersions (SKTs) were prepared in ratios of 1:1 (SK1T1), 1:4 (SK1T4), and 1:10 (SK1T10), and characterized them using particle size analysis, scanning electron microscopy, powder X-ray diffraction, and in vitro dissolution studies. Results showed that the dissolution rates of the dispersions were significantly higher than those of pure ketoconazole, with the 1:10 ratio showing the highest dissolution rate. The improved dissolution was attributed to the formation of a new crystalline phase and better dispersion of ketoconazole particles. These findings suggest that the surface solid dispersion approach could be a valuable method for enhancing the bioavailability of poorly water-soluble drugs.
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