Isolation and Functioning Investigation of Salvia hispanica Seed Mucilage as a Potential Sustained Release Carrier for Water Soluble Drug
Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Education and Research
Abstract
Background: Natural biopolymers or hydrogels are explored to sustain release of water-soluble drugs. Materials and Methods: Mucilage was isolated from Salvia hispanica seeds. Gelispheres loaded with Losartan Potassium (LP) were prepared using sodium alginate, pectin and CSM. Results: Isolated mucilage possesses immense properties like consistency and excellent hydration. Developed gelispheres exhibited good mucoadhesion and sustained drug release. Conclusion: Findings advocate the use of mucilage for twice daily losartan potassium sustain release system.
Keywords
- Chia seed mucilage
- Gelisphere
- Mucoadhesion