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Comparative in vitro dissolution and in vivo bioequivalence of two diclofenac enteric coated formulations.

Basmenji S, Valizadeh H, Zakeri-Milani P

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22164964 · Publisher ↗

The aim of this study was the comparison of in vitro dissolution and in vivo bioavailability of two different brands of diclofenac sodium (CAS 15307-86-5) enteric coated tablets in healthy male Iranian volunteers in a si... The aim of this study was the comparison of in vitro dissolution and in vivo bioavailability of two different brands of diclofenac sodium (CAS 15307-86-5) enteric coated tablets in healthy male Iranian volunteers in a single-dose, randomized, open-label, single blind study, which was conducted according to a crossover design in healthy volunteers. A washout interval of two weeks was selected between administrations to each subject in this study. Serial venous blood samples over 10 h after each administration to measure diclofenac sodium concentration in serum were obtained, and placed into tubes containing sodium heparin. Then the plasma was separated and kept frozen at -20 degrees C for subsequent analysis with a modified HPLC method with UV detection. In addition, the in vitro dissolution study was performed on the brands. For the test and reference formulation, mean Cmax values were 2257.3 (ng/ml) and 2156 (ng/ml), respectively. The mean AUC(0)tau and AUC(0)infinity were 5726.1 (ng x h/ml) and 5917.8 (ng x h/ml) for the test and 5689.9 (ng x h/ml) and 5967.4 (ng x h/ml) for the reference formulation, respectively. Results show that the 90% confidence intervals for the ratio of test and reference products in Cmax (101.4-114.9%), AUC(0)tau (96.3-109.1%) and AUC(0)infinity (94.7-107.3%) were all within the 80-125% interval proposed by the FDA and EMA. Both formulations released > 80% of drug within 30 min in buffer pH = 6.8 medium. Therefore the diclofenac sodium enteric coated tablets of the test and reference formulations are bioequivalent in terms of rate and extent of absorption.

Evaluation of toxicity and oxidative stress induced by intravenous iron isomaltoside 1000 in a nonclinical model.

Toblli JE, Cao G, Oliveri L … +1 more , Angerosa M

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22164963 · Publisher ↗

The physicochemical characteristics of intravenous iron complexes affect the extent of weakly-bound iron and thus the degree of oxidative stress. The new preparation iron isomaltoside 1000 (IIM) was compared to iron sucr... The physicochemical characteristics of intravenous iron complexes affect the extent of weakly-bound iron and thus the degree of oxidative stress. The new preparation iron isomaltoside 1000 (IIM) was compared to iron sucrose (IS) and a control group in terms of biochemistry, oxidative stress, inflammatory markers and iron deposition in the liver, heart and kidneys of healthy rats. Renal function was significantly impaired in the IIM group versus both IS and controls. Liver enzymes were also significantly higher in IIM-treated animals versus the other groups, indicative of hepatic injury. Systolic blood pressure was significantly lower following IIM administration compared to IS or control animals. Oxidative stress in the liver, heart and kidneys was greater in the IIM group, as indicated by significantly increased levels of malondialdehyde and antioxidant enzyme activity, accompaniedby a significantly lower ratio of reduced to oxidized glutathione. Microscopy demonstrated more extensive positive staining for iron, and a smaller area of ferritin staining, in the liver, heart and kidneys of rats treated with IIM versus IS.Levels of the inflammatory markers TNF-alpha and IL6 were both significantly higher in the IIM group versus IS in all assessed tissues. These findings indicate that IIM has a less favorable safety profile than IS in healthy rats, adversely affecting iron deposition, oxidative stress and inflammatory responses, with impaired liver and renal function.

Influence of demographic factors, basic blood test parameters and opioid type on propofol pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in ASA I-III patients.

Bienert A, Wiczling P, Zaba C … +5 more , Zaba Z, Wolc A, Marciniak R, Grześkowiak E, Kusza K

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22164962 · Publisher ↗

The aim of the study was to examine population pharmacokinetics (PK) and pharmacodynamics (PD) of propofol (CAS 2078-54-8) during total intravenous anesthesia monitored by spectral frequency index (SFx). Twenty-eight pat... The aim of the study was to examine population pharmacokinetics (PK) and pharmacodynamics (PD) of propofol (CAS 2078-54-8) during total intravenous anesthesia monitored by spectral frequency index (SFx). Twenty-eight patients of ASA physical status I-III (ASA: American Society of Anesthesiologists) scheduled for laparoscopic cholecystectomy were included. In group I an anesthesia was induced with a bolus of propofol (2 mg/kg) and remifentanil (CAS 132875-61-7) (1.0 microg/kg), followed by a continuous infusion of remifentanil. In group II, an alfentanil (CAS 71195-58-9) (10 microg/kg) bolus dose was followed by a continuous infusion of alfentanil. The general anesthetic technique included propofol, opioid and muscle relaxant. During anesthesia, the propofol infusion rate (3-8 mg/kg/h) was adjusted to the SFx value. Venous blood samples were collected from the patients during 240 min after termination of the infusion. A two compartment model was used to describe propofol PK. A standard effect compartment model was used to describe the delay between the effect and the concentration of propofol. The SFx index was linked to the effect site concentrations through a sigmoidal Emax model. The influence of continuous (body weight, age, blood pressure, heart rate and blood oxygenation, serum protein, the erythrocyte count, hemoglobin and hematocrit, serum creatinine and creatinine clearance) and categorical (gender and the type of opioid) covariates on the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic parameters was investigated. PK/PD analysis was performed using NONMEM. All the screened covariates did not influence propofol PK and PD, except of the opioid type. The central compartment volume of propofol was larger in the presence of remifentanil than in the presence of alfentanil.

Comparative pharmacokinetics study of two different clindamycin capsule formulations: a randomized, two-period, two-sequence, two-way crossover clinical trial in healthy volunteers.

Sanki UK, Mandal BK, Chandrakala V

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029232 · Publisher ↗

The comparative pharmacokinetic (PK) study of two brands of clindamycin hydrochloride (CAS 21462-39-5) was carried out on 32 healthy Indian subjects in an open label randomized, two way crossover, two period, two sequenc... The comparative pharmacokinetic (PK) study of two brands of clindamycin hydrochloride (CAS 21462-39-5) was carried out on 32 healthy Indian subjects in an open label randomized, two way crossover, two period, two sequence, two treatment trial with a minimum washout period of 7 days. Plasma samples were collected at 10 min interval for the 1st hour, at 1 h interval for the next 6 h, at 2 h interval for next 12 h and finally at the 24th hour (pre-dose as baseline value) after drug administration. The concentrations of clindamycin in plasma were determined using high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) technique with UV detector [lower limit of quantitation (LLOQ) 0.05 microg x mL(-1)). All PK parameters were calculated from data on clindamycin content in plasma using a non-compartmental model. Primary PK parameters were maximum plasma concentration (Cmax), area under the curve from zero to t(th) hour (AUCT) and area under the curve from zero to infinite (AUCI), whereas secondary PK parameters were elimination half-life (t half), elimination rate constant (K el) and time to reach maximum plasma concentration (Tmax). All primary PK parameters (log transformed) were subjected to ANOVA analysis and two one-sided Student's t-test (TOST) to construct the 90% confidence intervals. The result of ANOVA showed that all primary PK parameters at 90% confident intervals were within the limit of 80-125%. All the values such as 95.7-109.00% for Cmax, 99.5-117% for AUCT and 99.1% to 114% for AUCI showed pharmacokinetic equivalence and indicated that this comparative pharmacokinetic study was well designed to conclude that the test formulation and reference formulation were pharmacokinetically equivalent and hence bioequivalent with respect to rate and extent of absorption.

Prediction of human absorption of a trioxane antimalarial drug (CDRI 99/411) using an in-house validated in situ single-pass intestinal perfusion model.

Wahajuddin, Singh SP, Patel K … +3 more , Pradhan T, Siddiqui HH, Singh SK

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029231 · Publisher ↗

OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to predict human intestinal permeability and the fraction absorbed of an oral dose of a promising trioxane anti-malarial drug (CDRI 99/411) using the single-pass intestinal perfusion... OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to predict human intestinal permeability and the fraction absorbed of an oral dose of a promising trioxane anti-malarial drug (CDRI 99/411) using the single-pass intestinal perfusion technique (SPIP) in rats. METHODS: Effective permeability coefficients (P eff) in anaesthetized rats were determined for marker compounds and the trioxane derivative 99/411. Drug solution in perfusion buffer was perfused through intestine with a flow rate of 0.2 ml/min and samples were taken from an outlet tubing at different time points up to 120 min. Drug concentrations in samples were determined using RP-HPLC. KEY FINDINGS: The effective permeability coefficient values of marker compounds obtained in rats were compared with published data for human intestinal permeability (P eff (human)) and human fraction absorbed (F(a) (human)) to establish an in-house model. Strong correlations were found between rat and human values for markers (P eff (human) = 1.039 P eff (rat) - 0.1815; R2 = 0.970 and F(a) (human) = 0.15621n (P eff (rat) + 0.7232; R2 = 0.927). Subsequently the human permeability and fraction dose absorbed in human were predicted for 99/411 using the obtained rat permeability value and established correlations. P eff in human predicted from the model was found to be 7.05 x 10(-4) cm/s and F(a) value in human was predicted around 1. CONCLUSIONS: Considering the high correlation of rat Peff values with those of human reported values, it can be concluded that the developed in-house model is reliable and can be used preliminarily, to predict human permeability and fraction dose absorbed of any test compound. From predicted results, 99/411 was found to have high permeability and possibly complete absorption in human.

Novel quinolines bearing a biologically active trimethoxyphenyl moiety as a new class of antitumor agents.

Al-Said MS, Bashandy MS, Ghorab MM

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029230 · Publisher ↗

The present paper describes the synthesis of some novel 2-amino-4-substituted aryl-5-oxo-1-(3,4,5-trimethoxy)-1,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydroquinoline-3-carbo-nitriles 6a-s starting with 3-(3,4,5-trimethoxyanilino)cyclohex-2-enone... The present paper describes the synthesis of some novel 2-amino-4-substituted aryl-5-oxo-1-(3,4,5-trimethoxy)-1,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydroquinoline-3-carbo-nitriles 6a-s starting with 3-(3,4,5-trimethoxyanilino)cyclohex-2-enone 3. All the newly synthesized compounds were evaluated for their in vitro antitumor activity. Compounds 6j, 6p and 6 q showed higher activity with IC50 values 10, 10, 15 microg/mL, respectively, when compared with doxorubicin as a reference drug (IC50 value 37.5 microg/mL).

Design and synthesis of some novel hydrazide, 1,2-dihydropyridine, chromene derivatives carrying biologically active sulfone moieties with potential anticancer activity.

Bashandy MS, Al-Said MS, Al-Qasoumi SI … +1 more , Ghorab MM

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029229 · Publisher ↗

This paper describes the synthesis of some novel sulfones having biologically active hydrazides (4-9, 22, 23, 26 and 27), hydrazonoyl cyanide (24), 1,2-dihydropyridines (16-21), chromene (28) and benzochromene (29) moiet... This paper describes the synthesis of some novel sulfones having biologically active hydrazides (4-9, 22, 23, 26 and 27), hydrazonoyl cyanide (24), 1,2-dihydropyridines (16-21), chromene (28) and benzochromene (29) moieties starting with 1-[4-(piperidin-1-ylsulfonyl)phenyl]-ethanone 1. The structures of the the newly synthesized compounds were confirmed by elemental analysis, IR, 1H NMR and 13C NMR. All the newly synthesized compounds were evaluated for their in vitro anticancer activity against breast cancer cell line (MCF7).

Suppressive effects of the antiandrogen agent, chlormadinone acetate and the 5alpha-reductase inhibitor, dutasteride on prostate weight and intraprostatic androgen levels in rats.

Kobayashi H, Gotanda K, Shibata Y … +4 more , Watanabe J, Nakano Y, Shinbo A, Suzuki K

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029228 · Publisher ↗

The objectives of this study were to investigate whether chlormadinone acetate (CMA, Prostal, CAS 302-22-7) more markedly decreased ventral prostate and seminal vesicle weights and exerted more beneficial effects on intr... The objectives of this study were to investigate whether chlormadinone acetate (CMA, Prostal, CAS 302-22-7) more markedly decreased ventral prostate and seminal vesicle weights and exerted more beneficial effects on intraprostatic androgen levels than dutasteride (DUT, CAS 164656-23-9) in rats. Dose-dependent inhibiting effects on prostate and seminal vesicle enlargement were observed after the 14-day administration of CMA (30, 100 mg/kg/day) and DUT (0.3, 1 mg/kg/day). The prostate atrophy rates calculated as the percentages relative to the vehicle-treated group were 50.5 and 67.9% with 30 and 100 mg/kg CMA and 34.9 and 37.0% with 0.3 and 1 mg/kg DUT, respectively, and the atrophying effect of CMA was significantly greater than that of DUT (p < 0.05). The results of 7-day administration were similar to those of 14-day administration. While CMA dose-dependently and significantly (p < 0.05) reduced the testosterone (T) and dihydrotestosterone (DHT) concentrations in prostate, DUT reduced the DHT concentration but markedly increased the T concentration (20-40 times). Even though it was carried out in rats, this study revealed for the first time that the antiandrogen CMA showed a stronger atrophying effect than the 5alpha-reductase inhibitor DUT on direct comparison. The difference between the atrophying effects of CMA and DUT is considered to be attributed to the present results that CMA reduced the concentrations of both androgens (T and DHT) in prostate but DUT did not, and the fact that CMA has a potent androgen receptor-blocking action but DUT does not.

Sesquiterpene lactone, a potent drug molecule from Artemisia pallens wall with anti-inflammatory activity.

Ruikar AD, Misar AV, Jadhav RB … +4 more , Rojatkar SR, Mujumdar AM, Puranik VG, Deshpande NR

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029227 · Publisher ↗

The present study was carried out to investigate the anti-inflammatory activities of bioactive secondary metabolites of Artemisia pallens Wall, an aromatic herb from family Asteraceae. The results provide evidence for th... The present study was carried out to investigate the anti-inflammatory activities of bioactive secondary metabolites of Artemisia pallens Wall, an aromatic herb from family Asteraceae. The results provide evidence for the topical anti-inflammatory properties of Artemisia pallens Wall. The compounds were isolated from the acetone extract of the plant material. The isolates were tested on Swiss albino mice using 12-O-tetradecanoyl phorbol-13-acetate (TPA) induced ear edema. One of the molecules from the extract indicated potent anti-inflammatory activity equivalent to indometacin (CAS 53-86-1). Elucidation of the molecular structures by single crystal x-ray diffraction studies revealed the conformational differences that the six membered rings in both the molecules are at an angle of 28.79 degrees. Presence of hydroxy function for compound 2 may be responsible for higher potency.

Influence of piperine on ibuprofen induced antinociception and its pharmacokinetics.

Venkatesh S, Durga KD, Padmavathi Y … +2 more , Reddy BM, Mullangi R

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029226 · Publisher ↗

Piperine (CAS 94-62-2), an alkaloid obtained from Piper nigrum and P. longum, is a known inhibitor of various enzymes (CYP isozymes) responsible for biotransformation of drugs. By inhibiting the metabolism of drugs, pipe... Piperine (CAS 94-62-2), an alkaloid obtained from Piper nigrum and P. longum, is a known inhibitor of various enzymes (CYP isozymes) responsible for biotransformation of drugs. By inhibiting the metabolism of drugs, piperine improves the bioavailability of drugs. In the present study piperine (10 mg/kg) significantly increased the dose-dependent antinociceptive activity of ibuprofen evaluated by both acetic acid writhing and formalin test, when it was administered with ibuprofen. Ibuprofen plasma concentration was also increased when it was administered with piperine. The synergistic antinociception activity of ibuprofen when administered with piperine can be attributed to increased plasma concentration of ibuprofen. From this study it can be concluded that piperine can be used as a bioenhancer along with ibuprofen.

Bioequivalence study of two esomeprazole enteric coated formulations in healthy Chinese volunteers.

Cai W, Wang ZT, Li J … +2 more , Hu JJ, Zhong J

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029225 · Publisher ↗

A bioequivalence study of two esomeprazole (CAS 119141-88-7) enteric-coated formulations was carried out in 20 healthy Chinese volunteers according to a single dose, two-sequence, crossover randomized design. The two for... A bioequivalence study of two esomeprazole (CAS 119141-88-7) enteric-coated formulations was carried out in 20 healthy Chinese volunteers according to a single dose, two-sequence, crossover randomized design. The two formulations were administered in two treatment days, separated by a washout period of 7 days. Blood samples were collected at specified time intervals over 10 h post-dosing. Plasma samples were separated and assayed for esomeprazole using a selective and sensitive HPLC method with UV detection. The pharmacokinetic parameters AUC(0-12h), AUCmax, Cmax, tmax, t1/2 and MRT were determined from the plasma concentration-time profile of both formulations. ANOVA and two one-sided t-test procedures showed no significant difference in log-transformed Cmax, AUC(0-12h) and AUC(0-infinity) while the 90% confidence interval (CI) of the ratio of the geometric means of their values were also used to assess bioequivalence between the two formulations. The results of this study indicated that the two esomeprazole formulations can be considered to be bioequivalent.

Determination of propiverine hydrochloride in human plasma by high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry: application to the pharmacokinetic study of a sustained release formulation.

Huang M, Tian Y, Zhang Z … +2 more , Zhang H, Lin H

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029224 · Publisher ↗

A rapid, sensitive and reliable high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS) method was developed and validated for the determination of propiverine hydrochloride (CAS 54556-98-8) in human... A rapid, sensitive and reliable high performance liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS) method was developed and validated for the determination of propiverine hydrochloride (CAS 54556-98-8) in human plasma using cetirizine di-hydrochloride as internal standard (IS, CAS 8388-51-0). Following liquid-liquid extraction with ethyl acetate, the separation was performed on a reverse phase C18 column with a mobile phase consisted of methanol-ammonium acetate (pH 4.0; 10 mM) (70:30, v/v). The detection was performed by a triple-quadrupole mass spectrometer in the positive ion and multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) mode, m/z 368.3 --> 116.1 for propiverine and m/z 389.2 --> 201.0 for the IS. The calibration curve fitted well over the concentration range of 0.2-200 ng/mL (all the concentration data in this study are related to salt (propiverine hydrochloride)). The limit of detection (LOD) and lower limit of quantification (LLOQ) in human plasma were 0.05 and 0.2 ng/mL, respectively. The method was proved to be rapid, sensitive, specific, accurate and reproducible and has been successfully applied to a pharmacokinetic study of propiverine hydrochloride sustained release capsules (the 30 mg dose in this study is related to 30 mg of salt (propiverine hydrochloride)). The major pharmacokinetic parameters in healthy Chinese volunteers are given for the first time and the sustained release characteristics of the sustained release formulation are evaluated. [corrected].

Bioequivalence evaluation of two oral formulations of quetiapine fumarate in healthy volunteers.

Cánovas M, Torres F, Domenech G … +5 more , Cebrecos J, Pelagio P, Martínez G, Polonio F, Cabré F

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 22029223 · Publisher ↗

One bioequivalence study was carried out in healthy volunteers in order to compare the rate and extent of absorption of two oral formulations of quetiapine fumarate (CAS 111974-72-2) 25 mg film-coated tablet. Thirty subj... One bioequivalence study was carried out in healthy volunteers in order to compare the rate and extent of absorption of two oral formulations of quetiapine fumarate (CAS 111974-72-2) 25 mg film-coated tablet. Thirty subjects were administered quetiapine fumarate film-coated tablet of test and reference formulation in an open-label, randomised, fasting, two-period, two-sequence, crossover study. Blood samples were taken before and within 48 h after drug administration. Plasma concentrations were determined by LC/MS/MS. Log-transformed AUC and Cmax values were tested for bioequivalence based on the ratios of the geometric means (test/reference). Tmax was analysed nonparametrically. The 90% confidence intervals of the geometric mean values for the test/reference ratios for AUCo-t, and Cmax were within the bioequivalence acceptance range of 80-125%. It may be therefore concluded that the test formulation of quetiapine fumarate 25 mg film-coated tablet is bioequivalent to the reference product and can be prescribed interchangeably.

Bioequivalence study of two oral tablet formulations containing saquinavir mesylate boosted with ritonavir in healthy male subjects.

Yerino GA, Halabe EK, Zini E … +1 more , Feleder EC

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 21950153 · Publisher ↗

Saquinavir (SAQ) mesylate (CAS 149845-06-7) is a potent inhibitor of the HIV-1 protease indicated in combination with other antiretrovirals for the management of HIV-1 infection. The objective of this study was to compar... Saquinavir (SAQ) mesylate (CAS 149845-06-7) is a potent inhibitor of the HIV-1 protease indicated in combination with other antiretrovirals for the management of HIV-1 infection. The objective of this study was to compare rate and extent of absorption and to assess the bioequivalence between a new pharmaceutical equivalent tablet formulation containing 500 mg of SAQ mesylate and the innovator film coated tablet formulation. A randomized, single-center, open-label, two-treatment, two-sequence, three-period, replicated crossover bioequivalence study in 40 healthy male subjects was conducted. All subjects received 100 mg ritonavir (CAS 155213-67-5) twice daily for a run-in period of 3 days before treatment. Dosing was separated by a wash-out period of 14 days. Blood samples were collected over 72 h and plasma levels of SAQ were determined by a validated HPLC/UV assay. The 90% confidence interval (CI) of the ratio of the geometric means for log-transformed C(max), AUC(last) and AUC(inf) values were used to assess bioequivalence using the equivalence interval of 80-125%. Point estimate and 90% CI of the ratios of C(max), AUC(last) and AUC(inf) values were 94.9 (80.9-111.3), 97.4 (82.4-115.4) and 97.4 (82.5-115.0), respectively. Both treatments exhibited similar tolerability and safety. It was concluded that the new pharmaceutical product was bioequivalent to the innovator.

Rapid high-performance liquid chromatographic method for determination of adefovir in plasma using UV detection: application to pharmacokinetic studies.

Foroutan SM, Zarghi A, Shafaati A … +2 more , Movahed H, Khoddam A

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 21950152 · Publisher ↗

A rapid, sensitive and reproducible HPLC method was developed and validated for the analysis of adefovir (CAS 106941-25-7) in human plasma. The separation was achieved on a monolithic silica column (Chromolith Performanc... A rapid, sensitive and reproducible HPLC method was developed and validated for the analysis of adefovir (CAS 106941-25-7) in human plasma. The separation was achieved on a monolithic silica column (Chromolith Performance RP-18e, 100 x 4.6 mm) using acetonitrile-ammonium dihydrogen phosphate buffer (6:94, v/v), pH 5.2, as the mobile phase at a flow rate of 1.5 ml min(-1). The wavelength was set at 260 nm. The assay enables the measurement of adefovir for therapeutic drug monitoring with a minimum quantification limit of 1 ng ml(-1). The method involves a simple protein precipitation procedure. Analytical recovery was complete. The calibration curve was linear over the concentration range 1-40 ng ml(-1). The coefficients of variation for inter-day and intra-day assay were found to be less than 5%. The method was applied to the determination of adefovir in plasma from 12 subjects dosed with adefovir 2 x 10 mg tablets and pharmacokinetic parameters were evaluated.

Preparation of ciprofloxacin-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles and their antibacterial effects against clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli.

Seif S, Kazempour ZB, Pourmand MR … +5 more , Shahverdi HR, Amanlou M, Bazl R, Nazari ZE, Shahverdi AR

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 21950151 · Publisher ↗

In the present research study, ciprofloxacin-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles were prepared using a precipitation method. The nature of interactions between zinc oxide nanoparticles and ciprofloxacin (CAS 85721-33-1) was... In the present research study, ciprofloxacin-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles were prepared using a precipitation method. The nature of interactions between zinc oxide nanoparticles and ciprofloxacin (CAS 85721-33-1) was studied by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. The results show that the carbonyl group in ciprofloxacin is actively involved in forming chemical--rather than physical--bonds with zinc oxide nanoparticles. Also the antibacterial activity of free zinc oxide nanoparticles and ciprofloxacin-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles have been evaluated against different clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. The free zinc oxide nanoparticles did not show potent antibacterial activity against all test strains. In contrast, only the low concentrations of ciprofloxacin-coated zinc oxide nanoparticles (equivalent to the sub-minimum inhibitory concentrations of pure ciprofloxacin) considerably enhanced the antibacterial activity of zinc oxide nanoparticles against different isolates of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli (4 to 32 fold increase). The result is of particular value, since it demonstrates that, by using biocompatible zinc oxide nanoparticles in combination therapy, lower amounts of antibiotics may be needed.

Investigation of the unique metabolic fate of ethyl (6R)-6- [N- (2-chloro-4-fluorophenyl) sulfamoyl] cyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylate (TAK-242) in rats and dogs using two types of 14C-labeled compounds having different labeled positions.

Jinno F, Kakehi M, Takeuchi T … +3 more , Tagawa Y, Kondo T, Asahi S

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 21950150 · Publisher ↗

The pharmacokinetics of TAK-242 (ethyl (6R)-6- [N-(2-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)sulfamoyl]cyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylate, CAS 243984-11-4) and its metabolites were investigated in rats and dogs after intravenous (i.v.) dosing o... The pharmacokinetics of TAK-242 (ethyl (6R)-6- [N-(2-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)sulfamoyl]cyclohex-1-ene-1-carboxylate, CAS 243984-11-4) and its metabolites were investigated in rats and dogs after intravenous (i.v.) dosing of TAK-242 using two types of radiolabeled TAK-242: [phenyl ring-U-14C]TAK-242 and [cyclohexene ring-U-14C]TAK-242. The phenyl ring moiety of TAK-242 yielded 2-chloro-4-fluoroaniline, M-I, and M-I was further acetylated and conjugated to form M-II and the glucuronide (M-I-G), respectively. M-I was also converted to M-III and M-IV by hydroxylation and subsequent sulfate conjugation. Meanwhile, the cyclohexene ring moiety of TAK-242 was metabolized to glutathione conjugate, M-SG, followed by further metabolism of M-SG to form cysteine conjugate (M-Cys) and mercapturic acid conjugate (M-Mer). After i.v. injection of [phenyl ring-U-14C]TAK-242 to rats and dogs, the 14C concentrations in dogs declined slowly with a half-life of about 1 week although that in rats was about 6 h. The predominant components in the plasma of rats and dogs were M-I-G and M-III, respectively. After i.v. injection of [cyclohexene ring-U-14C]TAK-242 to rats and dogs, 14C-components unextractable by organic solvents were observed in the plasma. These results indicated two unique metabolic fates of TAK-242. The phenyl ring moiety of TAK-242 showed species differences between rats and dogs in the metabolism and excretion kinetics and the cyclohexene ring moiety of TAK-242 showed potential for covalent binding to endogenous components such as plasma proteins.

Synthesis and antihyperlipidemic activity of some novel 4-(substitutedamino)-5-substituted-3-mercapto- (4H)-1,2,4-triazoles.

Chhabria MT, Suhagia BN, Brahmkshatriya PS … +1 more , Raval PM

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 21950149 · Publisher ↗

Hyperlipidemia is considered one of the key factors for cardiovascular diseases. Based on earlier work on a series of 5-alkyl-4-aryl-3-mercapto-(4H)-1,2,4-triazoles, for further lead modification, a series of 4-(substitu... Hyperlipidemia is considered one of the key factors for cardiovascular diseases. Based on earlier work on a series of 5-alkyl-4-aryl-3-mercapto-(4H)-1,2,4-triazoles, for further lead modification, a series of 4-(substituted)amino-5-substituted-3-mercapto-(4H)-1,2,4-triazoles was designed. Target compounds were synthesized by the well known Hoggarth synthesis of substituted 1,2,4-triazoles. Synthesized compounds were screened for lipid lowering activity using the "Poloxamer 407 induced hyperlipidemia in rats" model at a dose of 100 mg/kg p.o. Compounds were found to alter serum lipid levels significantly. Most of the compounds significantly reduced serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Some of the compounds were found to reduce triglycerides and elevate high density lipoprotein (HDL) levels more than the standard drug atorvastatin (CAS 134523-03-8). Compounds with chloro substitution on aryl rings were found more active in reducing serum lipid levels than other substitutions.

Pharmacokinetics of felodipine extended-release tablets in healthy Taiwanese subjects: a retrospective review.

Hsiao CL, Wu YC, Hsu KY

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 21950148 · Publisher ↗

The objective of this study was to investigate the pharmacokinetics of felodipine (CAS 72509-76-3) in healthy male Taiwanese subjects. This is a retrospective review of five felodipine pharmacokinetic studies completed i... The objective of this study was to investigate the pharmacokinetics of felodipine (CAS 72509-76-3) in healthy male Taiwanese subjects. This is a retrospective review of five felodipine pharmacokinetic studies completed in Taiwan. A total of 100 evaluable healthy Taiwanese males were enrolled in these studies. The subjects received 5 mg (n = 80) or 10 mg (n = 20) of Plendil (felodipine extended-release tablets; felodipine ER) once daily for 6 days. The mean +/- SD t(max,ss,) CG(max,ss) and AUG(tau) of dose normalized to 10 mg felodipine was 3.32 +/- 1.33 h, 13.12 +/- 5.34 nmol/L and 136.33 +/- 63.18 nmol x h/L, respectively. By using Kolmogorov-Smirnov's test and probit plots, the results indicated that the frequency distribution of AUC/dose, C(min)/dose and CL/F was bimodal. Compared to data from the literature, the mean C(max,ss) and AUG(tau) of 5 mg felodipine in healthy young Taiwanese subjects were similar to or slightly lower than data from Swedish, Danish, Turkish and Canadian studies in healthy young subjects who received 10 mg felodipine. Comparable C(max) values and approximately 30% lower AUC values were observed when comparing the 5 mg Taiwanese data to data in healthy elderly German subjects who also received 5 mg felodipine. Taiwanese subjects might have lower CYP3A4 activity to metabolize felodipine, which is similar to the phenomenon observed with nifedipine.

Fasted state bioavailability of two delayed release formulations of divalproex sodium in healthy Iranian volunteers.

Zakeri-Milani P, Nemati M, Ghanbarzadeh S … +2 more , Hamishehkar H, Valizadeh H

Arzneimittelforschung · 2011 · PMID 21950147 · Publisher ↗

The purpose of this study was to compare the pharmacokinetics and bioavailability of two commercial brands of delayed release divalproex sodium (CAS 76584-70-8) tablets in healthy male Iranian volunteers in fasted state.... The purpose of this study was to compare the pharmacokinetics and bioavailability of two commercial brands of delayed release divalproex sodium (CAS 76584-70-8) tablets in healthy male Iranian volunteers in fasted state. Each single-dose, randomized, open-label, blind study was conducted according to a crossover design in subjects. A washout interval of 14 days separated the doses in each study. Serial venous blood samples were obtained over 24 h after each administration to measure drug in serum, and placed into tubes containing sodium heparin. Then the separated plasma was kept frozen at -20 degrees C for subsequent analysis. The plasma concentrations of drug were analyzed by a validated sensitive HPLC method with UV detection. Mean maximum serum concentrations of 124.5 +/- 34.8 microg/ml and 134.2 +/- 31.1 microg/ml were obtained for the test and reference products, respectively. The AULo(t) and AUCo(infinity) were 2023.8 +/- 578.8 1 microg h/ml and 2705.3 +/- 792.1 microg h/ml for the test and 2068.2 +/- 526.4 microg h/ml and 2729.6 +/- 698.2 microg h/ml for the reference formulation, respectively. The calculated 90% confidence intervals for the ratio of C(max) (87.2-101.5%), AUCo(t) (92.1-108.6%) and AUCo(infinity) (93.1-110.6%) values for the test and reference products were all within the 85-120% interval proposed by the FDA and EMA. Therefore the divalproex sodium tablets of the test and reference products are bioequivalent in terms of rate and extent of absorption.
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