Esterase-like activity of serum albumin: characterization of its structural chemistry using p-nitrophenyl esters as substrates.

abstract：PURPOSE:Mannosylation of vaccines is a promising strategy to selectively target vaccine antigens to the mannose receptor expressed on dendritic cells (DCs). The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of mannan (MN) chemically conjugated to poly(D, L-lactide-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) nanoparticles (NPs) on a...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Hamdy S,Haddadi A,Shayeganpour A,Samuel J,Lavasanifar A

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nucleoside transporters play a critical role in the absorption, disposition, and targeting of therapeutically used nucleosides and nucleoside analogs. This review is focused on the Na(+)-dependent, concentrative nucleoside transporters which are found in a variety of cells including renal, intestinal and hepatic epith...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Wang J,Schaner ME,Thomassen S,Su SF,Piquette-Miller M,Giacomini KM

更新日期：1997-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Propofol is a widely used anesthetic agent with highly desirable fast "on" and "off" effects. It is currently formulated as lipid emulsions, which are known to support microbial growth. In this study, a novel, lipid-free nanodispersion formulation of propofol was characterized. METHODS:The formulation was eval...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Chen H,Zhang Z,Almarsson O,Marier JF,Berkovitz D,Gardner CR

更新日期：2005-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The study was performed for clarifying the mechanism of interaction between indoxyl sulfate (IS), a typical uremic toxin bound to site II, and site I-ligands when bound to human serum albumin (HSA). The effect of the N to B transition on the interactions was also examined. METHODS:Quantitative investigation of...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Sakai T,Yamasaki K,Sako T,Kragh-Hansen U,Suenaga A,Otagiri M

更新日期：2001-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The lack of water-solubility hampers the use of many potent pharmaceuticals. Polymeric micelles are self-assembled nanocarriers with versatile properties that can be engineered to solubilize, target, and release hydrophobic drugs in a controlled-release fashion. Unfortunately, their large-scale use is limited b...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Fournier E,Dufresne MH,Smith DC,Ranger M,Leroux JC

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The main goal of this research was to assess the mechanical properties of APIs' polymorphic forms at the single-crystal level (piroxicam, famotidine, nifedipine, olanzapine) in order to predict their bulk deformational attributes, which are critical for some pharmaceutical technology processes. METHODS:The mec...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Egart M,Janković B,Lah N,Ilić I,Srčič S

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study aims to conduct an impact investigation in the hydrophobic-hydrophilic balance as an important factor for dissolution improvement of a hydrophilic carrier-based solid dispersion system. METHODS:Polymeric carriers with different hydrophobic to hydrophilic ratios were used to prepare several electrosp...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Teoh XY,Yeoh Y,Yoong LK,Chan SY

更新日期：2020-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The major objectives of this study were to 1) develop a new mathematical model describing all phases of drug release from bioerodible microparticles; 2) evaluate the validity of the theory with experimental data; and 3) use the model to elucidate the release mechanisms in poly(lactide-co-glycolide acid)-based m...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Siepmann J,Faisant N,Benoit JP

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy (NIRS) was used to evaluate and quantify the effect of compression force on the NIR spectra of tablets. METHODS:Flat, white tablets with no orientation (scoring, etc.) were manufactured on a Stokes Rotary Tablet Press. NIRS was used to predict tablet hardness on the follo...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Morisseau KM,Rhodes CT

更新日期：1997-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Four lipophilic, low molecular weight drugs solubilized in phosphatidylcholine-bile salt mixed micelles were injected s.c. into the hind legs of sheep and their cumulative recoveries in lymph draining from the site of application were determined. Surprisingly, the cumulative recoveries (percentage of dose) varied betw...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Supersaxo A,Hein WR,Steffen H

更新日期：1991-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The addition of high amounts of calcium remains a pharmaceutical concern due to its precipitation with phosphate in total parenteral nutrient (TPN) admixtures, compromising also the stability of the lipid emulsion. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Calcium-phosphate solubility was compared when using binary PN solutions v...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Chaieb D S,Chaumeil JC,Jebnoun S,Khrouf N,Hedhili A,Sfar S

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Drug transfer into milk is a general concern during lactation. Because data are limited in human subjects, particularly for new drugs, experimental animal models of lactational drug transfer are critical. This study analyzed drug transfer into milk in a mouse model, as well as the contribution of similar and di...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Ito N,Ito K,Koshimichi H,Hisaka A,Honma M,Igarashi T,Suzuki H

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study investigated the penetration of lidocaine around and through a sutured incision following the application of iontophoretic and passive patches in the CD Hairless rat. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Concentrations in localized areas (suture, dermis, subcutaneous, and vascular) were determined using microdialy...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Holovics HJ,Anderson CR,Levine BS,Hui HW,Lunte CE

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nucleic acids are increasingly being considered for therapeutic uses, either to interfere with the function of specific nucleic acids or to bind specific proteins. Three types of nucleic acid drugs are discussed in this review: aptamers, compounds which bind specific proteins; triplex forming (antigene) compounds; whi...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Stull RA,Szoka FC Jr

更新日期：1995-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The heats of reaction between the enantiomers and racemates of ibuprofen and naproxen and human serum albumin (HSA) are to be measured with and without the addition of octanoic acid. The effects of octanoic acid on the free energies of interaction between the drugs and HSA is to be determined and compared to th...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Cheruvallath VK,Riley CM,Narayanan SR,Lindenbaum S,Perrin JH

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:SN-38, a potent chemotherapeutic drug, has not been used clinically because of its severe side effects and poor solubility. In this work, we aimed to evaluate the effect of dose and multiple injections of SN-38-loaded polymeric depots on antitumor efficacy and toxicity in vivo. METHODS:Preparation and characte...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Manaspon C,Nasongkla N,Chaimongkolnukul K,Nittayacharn P,Vejjasilpa K,Kengkoom K,Boongird A,Hongeng S

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:We investigated optimum formulation characteristics in the nasal absorption of salmon calcitonin (sCT) by incorporation of acylcarnitines. METHODS:Nasal sCT formulations were administered to anesthetized rats. Plasma calcium level was measured and pharmacological bioavailability (P.bioav) was calculated. RESU...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Kagatani S,Shinoda T,Fukui M,Ohmura T,Hasumi S,Sonobe T

更新日期：1996-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To elucidate the apical and basolateral components of the total unstirred water layer in regular permeability experiment. METHODS:A novel stirring apparatus was constructed to remove the basolateral unstirred water layer. Caco-2 cells were used as the permeability barrier both in Transwell-type and side-by-sid...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Korjamo T,Heikkinen AT,Waltari P,Mönkkönen J

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effect of buprenorphine on bremazocine-induced diuresis was tested in the rat to determine the nature of buprenorphine's action at the ϰ opioid receptor. Both morphine-tolerant and naive rats were used to account for possible antidiuretic effects of buprenorphine at the µ site. Separate experiments established tha...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Richards ML,Sadée W

更新日期：1985-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To study the influence of cytotoxicity of macromolecules, VEGF gene expression, and vascular permeability on the enhanced permeability and retention (EPR) effect. METHODS:Mice bearing xenografts of A2780 multidrug resistant human ovarian carcinoma were treated by free doxorubicin (DOX) and N-(2-hydroxypropyl)m...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Minko T,Kopeckova P,Pozharov V,Jensen KD,Kopecek J

更新日期：2000-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To engineer optimized near-infrared (NIR) active thermosensitive liposomes to potentially achieve image-guided delivery of chemotherapeutic agents. METHODS:Thermosensitive liposomes were surface-coated with either polyethylene glycol or dextran. Differential scanning calorimetry and calcein release studies wer...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Turner DC,Moshkelani D,Shemesh CS,Luc D,Zhang H

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The trial-and-error approach is still predominantly used in pharmaceutical development of nanosuspensions. Physicochemical dispersion stability is a primary focus and therefore, various analytical bulk methods are commonly employed. Clearly less attention is directed to surface changes of nanoparticles even tho...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Aleandri S,Schönenberger M,Niederquell A,Kuentz M

更新日期：2018-02-21 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:Typical methods to study pMDI sprays employ particle sizing or visible light diagnostics, which suffer in regions of high spray density. X-ray techniques can be applied to pharmaceutical sprays to obtain information unattainable by conventional particle sizing and light-based techniques. METHODS:We present a t...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Mason-Smith N,Duke DJ,Kastengren AL,Stewart PJ,Traini D,Young PM,Chen Y,Lewis DA,Soria J,Edgington-Mitchell D,Honnery D

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:(i) To use trehalose as a model compound to evaluate the concept of crystallinity in pharmaceuticals. (ii) To understand the structural nature of dehydrated trehalose dihydrate. MATERIALS AND METHODS:Trehalose dihydrate was dehydrated isothermally at several temperatures below 100 degrees C and the anhydrous p...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Rani M,Govindarajan R,Surana R,Suryanarayanan R

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sulfasalazine, 60 mg/kg, was administered orally to groups of rats (n = 4) along with 1, 5, or 10 mg/kg of riboflavin. Plasma and urine were assayed for 5-aminosalicylic acid, acetyl-5-aminosalicylic acid, sulfapyridine, and acetyl-sulfapyridine using an HPLC method. The mean percent of dose recovered as total metabol...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Chungi VS,Dittert LW,Shargel L

更新日期：1989-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The present investigation describes a formulative study for the development of innovative drug delivery systems for bromocriptine. METHODS:Solid lipid nanoparticles (SLN) based on different lipidic components have been produced and characterized. Morphology and dimensional distribution have been investigated b...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Esposito E,Fantin M,Marti M,Drechsler M,Paccamiccio L,Mariani P,Sivieri E,Lain F,Menegatti E,Morari M,Cortesi R

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Colonic absorption of recombinant human insulin-like growth factor I (rhIGF-I) was measured in vitro using both rat and minipig colon. The permeability coefficients were 8.03 +/- 1.03 and 4.75 +/- 0.43 x 10(-8) cm sec-1 in the rat and minipig, respectively. The steady-state flux in rat colon was linearly related to th...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Quadros E,Landzert NM,LeRoy S,Gasparini F,Worosila G

更新日期：1994-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:To investigate if gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) tolerance is mediated by alterations in GHB systemic pharmacokinetics, transport (blood brain barrier (BBB) and neuronal) or membrane fluidity. MATERIALS AND METHODS:GHB tolerance in rats was attained by repeated GHB administration (5.31 mmol/kg, s.c., QD for 5 day...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Bhattacharya I,Raybon JJ,Boje KM

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:The purpose of this study is to investigate the characteristics of pGlu-L-Dopa-Pro as a prodrug of L-Dopa. METHODS:pGlu-L-Dopa-Pro and L-Dopa-Pro were synthesized using the standard procedures of peptide synthesis. The conversion of pGlu-L-Dopa-Pro to L-Dopa was studied using pyroglutamyl aminopeptidase I and ...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Bai JP

更新日期：1995-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prinomide tromethamine, a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug, was orally administered at doses of 250, 500, and 1000 mg every 12 hr for 28 days to healthy male volunteers. The pharmacokinetic behavior of prinomide and its primary plasma metabolite displayed nonlinear characteristics, while those of free prinomide and ...

journal_title：Pharmaceutical research

authors： Kochak GM,Pai S,Iannucci R,Honc F,Kachmar D,Perrino P,Egger H

更新日期：1993-01-01 00:00:00