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Lectin-functionalized multiple emulsions for improved cancer therapy

A J Khopade1, K S Nandakumar, N K Jain

  • 1National Center For Cell Science, Ganeshkhind, Pune University Campus, Maharashtra, India.

Journal of Drug Targeting
|January 23, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Lectin-functionalized multiple emulsions carrying 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) demonstrated enhanced anticancer efficacy against leukemia. This novel formulation increased drug uptake and cytotoxicity, improving survival rates in preclinical cancer models.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Biotechnology
  • Cancer Research

Background:

  • Fine-multiple emulsions are advanced drug delivery systems.
  • 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) is a chemotherapeutic agent.
  • Lectin functionalization can target cancer cells.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and characterize lectin-functionalized multiple emulsions of 6-mercaptopurine.
  • To evaluate the in vitro and in vivo antitumour activity of these emulsions.
  • To compare the efficacy of the functionalized emulsion with uncoated emulsion and free drug.

Main Methods:

  • Preparation of 6-mercaptopurine-loaded multiple emulsions using sonication.
  • Coating emulsions with Concanavalin-A (Con-A) via carbodiimide method.

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  • In vitro cytotoxicity assays on L-1210 leukemia cells and in vivo antitumour studies in mice.

    • Main Results:

    • Con-A coated emulsions showed increased cellular uptake and cytotoxicity (4-fold decrease in IC50) in vitro.
    • In vivo studies demonstrated increased survival times in mice treated with Con-A coated emulsions.
    • Intraperitoneal administration of Con-A coated emulsions significantly reduced tumor cell count without affecting normal cells or blood parameters.

    Conclusions:

    • Lectin-functionalized multiple emulsions of 6-MP are effective in enhancing antitumour activity.
    • The formulation offers a promising strategy for cancer treatment, particularly for leukemia.
    • Targeted delivery via lectin functionalization improves drug efficacy and reduces systemic toxicity.