Solubility Of Atorvastatin Calcium Research Articles

Thermodynamic analysis of atorvastatin calcium in solvent mixtures at several temperatures

ABSTRACT Cosolvency is a widely used method employed to enhance drug solubility. There are limited data on the solubility of atorvastatin calcium (ATC). The aim of this work is to determine ATC solubility in glycerol + water and 2-propanol + water mixtures at several temperatures (293.15, 298.15, 303.15, 308.15 and 313.15 K). The apparent thermodynamic properties of the ATC dissolution process including Gibbs free energy (ΔG°sol), enthalpy (ΔH°sol) and entropy (ΔS°sol) were calculated. The ATC solubility in various concentrations of the anionic, cationic and non-ionic surfactant was explored. The drug is most efficiently dissolved in sodium lauryl sulphate (SLS). Tween 20 did not cause any increment in drug solubility. Benzalkonium chloride may form an insoluble salt with ATC anion resulting in a decrease in drug solubility. Cosolvency data were correlated by Jouyban–Acree and Jouyban–Acree–van’t Hoff equation.

Measurement and correlation of solubility data for atorvastatin calcium in pure and binary solvent systems from 293.15 K to 328.15 K

The solubility of Atorvastatin calcium (ATV) in 11 kinds of mono-solvents and binary solvent mixture (acetone + water) of different ratio was measured by typical static method combined with ultraviolet (UV) spectrophotometry within the temperature range from 293.15 K to 328.15 K under standard atmospheric pressure. The solubility data was correlated by the modified Apelblat equation, van't Hoff equation, CNIBS/R-K equation, Sun model and NRTL model. The mole fraction solubility of ATV increased with rising temperature and the mole fraction composition of acetone in binary solvent mixture of acetone + water. In the case studied, the experimental data and calculated data of the five models have good correlation. Furthermore, the overall root mean square deviation (ORMSD) of the modified Apelblat equation is lowest in mono-solvents, and the NRTL model has the lowest value in a binary solvent system, which suggests that the two models have the most suitable fitting efficiency for the experimental solubility data of ATV.. Additionally, the van't Hoff equation was used to calculate and evaluate the thermodynamic properties of the ATV dissolution process, including enthalpy (∆Hsol0), entropy (∆Ssol0) and Gibbs free energy (∆Gsol0). The solubility data and corresponding thermodynamic models provided in this work have certain reference value for the crystallization, purification and pharmaceutical formulation design of ATV.

Effervescence Assisted Fusion Technique to Enhance the Solubility of Drugs.

The solubility of five poorly soluble drugs was enhanced by using an effervescence assisted solid dispersion (EASD) technique. EASDs were prepared by using modified fusion method. Drug and hydrophilic carrier were melted, and in this molten mixture, effervescence was generated by adding effervescence couple comprising organic acid (citric acid) and carbonic base (sodium bicarbonate). Solubility of drug powders, solid dispersions, and EASDs was determined at 25°C using shake flask method. Atorvastatin calcium, cefuroxime axetil, clotrimazole, ketoconazole, and metronidazole benzoate were estimated using a spectrophotometer at 246, 280, 260, 230, and 232 nm (λ max), respectively. Solubility of atorvastatin calcium (from 100 to 345 μg/ml), cefuroxime axetil (from 441 to 1948 μg/ml), clotrimazole (from 63 to 677 μg/ml), ketoconazole (from 16 to 500 μg/ml), and metronidazole benzoate (from 112 to 208 μg/ml) in EASDs was enhanced by 3.45-, 4.4-, 10.7-, 31.2-, and 1.8-fold, respectively. Scanning electron micrographs of drug powder, solid dispersion, and EASDs were compared. Scanning electron micrographs of EASDs showed a uniform distribution of drug particles in the carrier matrix. Morphology (size and shape) of cefuroxime axetil particles was altered in solid dispersion as well as in EASD. EASDs showed better solubility enhancement than conventional solid dispersions. The present technique is better suitable for drugs having a low melting point or melt without charring. Effervescence assisted fusion technique of preparing solid dispersions can be employed for enhancing solubility, dissolution, and bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs.

Formulation of solid self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery systems using N-methyl pyrrolidone as cosolvent

Atorvastatin calcium (ATRC) is a poor water soluble drug used for treatment of hypercholesterolemia. This research is aimed to improve solubility and dissolution rate of ATRC by formulating into solid self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery system (S-SNEDDS) using N-methyl pyrrolidone (NMP) as cosolvent. Solubility of ATRC was determined in various vehicles. Ternary phase diagrams were constructed to identify stable nanoemulsion region. SNEDDS formulations were evaluated for robustness to dilution, thermodynamic stability study, % transmittance, self-emulsification time, globule size and transmission electron microscopy. The optimized liquid SNEDDS showed robust to all dilutions exhibiting no signs of phase separation or precipitation for 24 h. Liquid SNEDDS was transformed into S-SNEDDS using different adsorbents. Differential scanning calorimetry and scanning electron microscopy studies unravel the transformation of native crystalline state to amorphous state/solubilized state. In vitro dissolution study of S-SNEDDS was found to be significantly higher in comparison to that from plain drug, irrespective of pH (p < 0.001). Furthermore, ex vivo permeation studies showed a 4.45-fold improvement in apparent permeability coefficient (Papp) from S-SNEDDS compared to plain drug. In conclusion, S-SNEDDS prepared using NMP as cosolvent provides an effective approach for improved oral delivery of ATRC.

Formulation development and in vitro evaluation of solidified self-microemulsion in the form of tablet containing atorvastatin calcium

Aim: The objective of our present study was to prepare solid self-microemulsion in the form of tablet of a poorly water soluble drug, Atorvastatin calcium (ATNC) to increase the solubility, dissolution rate, and minimize the hazards experienced from liquid emulsions.Materials and methods: Self-microemulsifying ATNC tablet was formulated mainly by using self-emulsifying base, solidifying agent silicon dioxide and sodium starch glycolate as tablet disintegrant. Self-emulsifying base containing Transcutol P, Gelucire 44/14, and Lutrol F68 with their ratios in the formulation, were best selected by solubility study and ternary phase diagram in different vehicles. Particle size of microemulsion from tablet, physical parameters of the tablet and drug content has been checked. In vitro drug release rate has been carried out in phosphate buffer medium (pH 6.8). Physicochemical characterization of the drug in the optimized formulation has been performed to check drug-excipient incompatibility, if any.Results: Average particle diameter of the emulsions formed from the tablet was found to be below 100 nm in case of formulation F4 and F5, which indicated microemulsions has been formed. In vitro drug release from the formulations F3, F4, and F5 was found to be >90%, indicated the enhancement of solubility of ATNC compared to parent drug. Differential thermal analysis (DTA), Powder X-ray Diffraction (X-RD) and Fourier transform infra red (FTIR) study proved the identity of the drug in the optimized formulation.Conclusion: The tablet form of self-microemulsifying (SME) drug delivery is good for solubility enhancement.

Enhanced Bioavailability of Atorvastatin Calcium from Stabilized Gastric Resident Formulation

Oral bioavailability of atorvastatin calcium (ATC) is very low (only 14%) due to instability and incomplete intestinal absorption and/or extensive gut wall extraction. When ATC is packed in the form of tablets, powders, etc., it gets destabilized as it is exposed to the oxidative environment, which is usually present during the production process, the storage of the substance, and the pharmaceutical formulation. Therefore, stabilized gastro-retentive floating tablets of ATC were prepared to enhance bioavailability. Water sorption and viscosity measurement studies are performed to get the best polymer matrix for gastro-retention. A 3(2) factorial design used to prepare optimized formulation of ATC. The selected excipients such as docusate sodium enhanced the stability and solubility of ATC in gastric media and tablet dosage form. The best formulation (F4) consisting of hypromellose, sodium bicarbonate, polyethylene oxide, docusate sodium, mannitol, crosscarmellose sodium, and magnesium stearate, gave floating lag time of 56 ± 4.16 s and good matrix integrity with in vitro dissolution of 98.2% in 12 h. After stability studies, no significant change was observed in stability, solubility, floating lag time, total floating duration, matrix integrity, and sustained drug release rates, as confirmed by DSC and powder X-ray diffraction studies. In vivo pharmacokinetic study performed in rabbits revealed enhanced bioavailability of F4 floating tablets, about 1.6 times compared with that of the conventional tablet (Storvas® 80 mg tablet). These results suggest that the gastric resident formulation is a promising approach for the oral delivery of ATC for improving bioavailability.

Enhancement of oral bioavailability of atorvastatin calcium by self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS)

The aim of the present study was to formulate a self-emulsifying drug delivery system of atorvastatin calcium and its characterization including in vitro and in vivo potential. The solubility of atorvastatin calcium was determined in various vehicles such as Captex 355, Captex 355 EP/NF, Ethyl oleate, Capmul MCM, Capmul PG-8, Gelucire 44/14, Tween 80, Tween 20, and PEG 400. Pseudoternary phase diagrams were plotted on the basis of solubility data of drug in various components to evaluate the microemulsification region. Formulation development and screening was carried out based on results obtained from phase diagrams and characteristics of resultant microemulsion. Prepared formulations were tested for microemulsifying properties and evaluated for clarity, precipitation, viscosity determination, drug content and in vitro dissolution. The optimized formulation further evaluated for particle size distribution, zeta potential, stability studies and in vivo potential. In vivo performance of the optimized formulation was evaluated using a Triton-induced hypercholesterolemia model in male Albino Wistar rats. The formulation significantly reduced serum lipid levels as compared with atorvastatin calcium. Thus studies illustrated the potential use for the delivery of hydrophobic drug such as atorvastatin calcium by oral route.

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SMEDDS is mixture of oils, surfactants, and cosurfactants, which are emulsified in aqueous media under conditions of gentle agitation and digestive motility that would be encountered in the gastro-intestinal(GI) tract. The main purpose of this work is to prepare self-microemulsifying drug delivery system(SMEDDS) for oral bioavailability enhancement of a poorly water soluble drug, atorvastatin calcium. Solubility of atorvastatin calcium was determined in various vehicles. Pseudo-ternary phase diagrams were constructed to identity the efficient self-emulsification region and particle size distributions of the resultant micro emulsions were determined using a laser diffraction sizer. Optimized formulations for in vitro dissolution and bioavailability assessment were 90(50%), Tetraglycol(16%), and EL(32%). The release rate of atorvastatin from SMEDDS was significantly higher than the conventional tablet (), 2-fold. Our studies illustrated the potential use of SMEDDS for the delivery of hydrophobic compounds, such as atorvastatin calcium by the oral route.