Emulgel: A Novel Strategy for Enhanced the Topical Drug Delivery

Abstract

Abstract: Background: The study of pharmaceutical science has developed through time and is now of greatest importance in the current battle against sickness. Research on the utilization of biomolecules, such as medicines and proteins, to cure disease has advanced significantly in recent years. To induce a localizing effect or cure dermatological conditions, doctors can prescribe pharmaceuticals directly to the skin using a topical drug delivery device. Gels have been used in both medical and cosmetic formulations, unlike other dosage forms. An emulsion that has been combined with gel is known as emulgel. Emulgel is a topical drug delivery technology that has a dual release control mechanism that incorporates both gel and emulsion. Objective: Drug distribution of hydrophobic substances via the skin is the main objective of emulgel. Emulgels exhibit a dual release control system, i.e., an emulsion and a gel. A traditional emulsion becomes an emulgel when a gelling ingredient is included in the water phase. Conclusion: They will also become the best way for mixing water-soluble gel bases with hydrophobic medications. In addition, a number of permeation boosters can boost the effect, making Emulgel a more effective topical medication delivery route than the ones now in use. It is possible to extend the use of emulgel to include analgesics, antiinflammatory, antifungal, anti-acne, and different cosmetic compositions.