Authors
Shao-Hua Dong, Yue Gao, Yue Li, Di Wu, Ying Chen, Shu-He Chen
Published in
BMC pharmacology & toxicology. Volume 26. Issue 1. Pages 87. Apr 19, 2025. Epub Apr 19, 2025.
Abstract
This study aimed to evaluate a novel microemulsion ion-activated gel system for the ophthalmic delivery of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10).
Various CoQ10 microemulsion ion-activated formulations were prepared and fully assessed for physical and chemical parameters, assay and related substances, in vitro release, rheological properties, in vitro cytotoxicity and ophthalmic retention. A preliminary pharmacokinetic study was also performed in rabbits.
The formulations met the specified criteria, showing a droplet size of 24.5 ± 2.0 nm for microemulsions, increasing slightly to 39.6 ± 3.5 nm for the microemulsion gels. They exhibited a 24-hour sustained in vitro release (80.0% ± 3.2%) and increased viscosity upon contact with artificial tears containing Ca2+ and K+ ions. The no-film dissolution method and in vitro models indicated first-order release kinetics (r = 0.987). The preparations demonstrated good tolerance and non-irritating properties, with a Draize score of 0-0.55 in rabbits, and provided a 2-hour extension in drug retention on the ocular surface compared with microemulsions alone. In ultraviolet B (UVB)-exposed rats, corneal epithelial damage was reduced and antioxidant marker levels (superoxide dismutase, malondialdehyde) were significantly improved.
This novel system is a promising preparation for ophthalmic CoQ10 delivery, offering sustained release and protection against UVB-induced corneal damage.
PMID:
40253426
Bibliographic data and abstract were imported from PubMed on 20 Apr 2025.
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