Abstract
A new synthesis route for large spherical particles of amorphous microporous silica (AMS) was developed. These novel spherical porous particles with diameter of around 100 µm and pore diameter smaller than 2 nm were prepared using an oil drop method. Molten ibuprofen was successfully loaded into the AMS pores. In vitro release experiments revealed that ibuprofen was released from the spheres via a slow pore diffusion process lasting up to 14 days. Experimentally determined diffusion coefficients of ibuprofen in the porous spheres were of the order of 10−15–10−16 m2 s−1. The present findings reveal the potential of AMS spheres for controlled release of small drug molecules over long time periods. The spherical shape of the AMS particles is advantageous in formulation processes as it provides adequate powder flow properties and reliable release profiles. © 2011 Wiley‐Liss, Inc. and the American Pharmacists Association J Pharm Sci 100:4295–4301, 2011
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