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Formulation of Sertaconazole Nitrate-Based Pharmaceutical Systems for the Treatment of Onychomycosis

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18 November 2024

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The study focused on developing transungual patches for the targeted treatment of onychomycosis, a common fungal infection of the nail. By incorporating Sertaconazole nitrate into patches using the Self-Microemulsifying Drug Delivery System (SMEDDS) technique, the aim was to overcome challenges related to drug penetration across the nail plate while enhancing solubility and permeability. Various patch formulations were prepared and extensively evaluated for key parameters such as thickness, weight variation, drug content, folding endurance, moisture content, moisture uptake, and in vitro drug release. The release data were analyzed using different kinetic models to understand the drug release mechanism. Selected formulations underwent accelerated stability testing per ICH guidelines, demonstrating stability under accelerated conditions. The study successfully addressed the challenges of transungual drug delivery, with the developed patches showing promising characteristics and stable release profiles. The application of kinetic models provided valuable insights, and the formulations passed stability testing, indicating their potential as effective and stable transungual drug delivery systems for the treatment of onychomycosis.

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Subject: Medicine and Pharmacology  -   Pharmacy
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