Papers by Unnatiben Shaileshkumar Patel
Separation Science Plus, 2023
A simple, accurate, and precise method is described for stability indicating a high-performance t... more A simple, accurate, and precise method is described for stability indicating a high-performance thin-layer chromatographic (HPTLC) method for development and validation in the pharmaceutical dosage form. The method was based on HPTLC separation of the drug by measurement of the spot at 478 nm. Separation was carried out on silica gel 60GF254 by using mobile phase methanol:toluene:acetic acid (3:7:0.1, v/v/v). The linearity range was between 500-3000 ng/spot with a coefficient of determination 0.999, respectively. The retardation value found was 0.55 ± 0.02 and the % recovery was found to be 100.610 ± 0.035%-101.0178 ± 0.035%. The limit of detection value for Rifapentine was 92.901 ng/spot and the limit of quantitation for Rifapentine was found to be 281.52 ng/spot. Forced degradation studies were carried out under various conditions. In acidic conditions, the % degradation was found to be 20.07%. In alkaline and oxidative conditions, the % degradation was found to be 61.27% and 11.12%. Photolytic and thermal conditions the % degradation was found to be 49.75% and 8.35%. Maximum degradation was found in alkaline condition with 61.27%, an assay for the marketed formulation was carried out and the amount of drug was found to be 149 ± 0.05 mg with a % of 99.25% ± 0.005%.
ACS Omega, 2023
Nanoparticles have been suggested as drug-delivery systems for chemotherapeutic drugs to allow fo... more Nanoparticles have been suggested as drug-delivery systems for chemotherapeutic drugs to allow for controlled drug release profiles and selectivity to target cancer cells. In addition, nanoparticles can be used for the in situ generation and amplification of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which have been shown to be a promising strategy for cancer treatment. Thus, a targeted nanoscale drug-delivery platform could be used to synergistically improve cancer treatment by the action of chemotherapeutic drugs and ROS generation. Herein, we propose a promising chemotherapy strategy where the drug-loaded nanoparticles generate high doses of ROS together with the loaded ROS-generating chemotherapeutic drugs, which can damage the mitochondria and activate cell death, potentiating the therapeutic outcome in cancer therapy. In the present study, we have developed a dual-targeted drug-delivery nanoassembly consisting of a mesoporous silica core loaded with the chemotherapeutic, ROS-generating drug, paclitaxel (Px), and coated with a liposome layer for controlled drug release. Two different lung cancer-targeting ligands, folic acid and peptide GE11, were used to target the overexpressed nonsmall lung cancer receptors to create the final nanoassembly (MSN@Px) L-GF. Upon endocytosis by the cancer cells, the liposome layer was degraded by the intracellular lipases, and the drug was rapidly released at a rate of 65% within the first 20 h. In vitro studies confirmed that this nanoassembly was 8-fold more effective in cancer therapy compared to the free drug Px.
Journal of Nanotheranostics, 2023
This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY
ACS Applied Biomaterials, 2023
The delivery and accumulation of therapeutic drugs into cancer cells without affecting healthy ce... more The delivery and accumulation of therapeutic drugs into cancer cells without affecting healthy cells are a major challenge for antitumor therapy. Here, we report the synthesis of a liposomal hybrid gold nano-assembly with enhanced photothermal activity for lung cancer treatment. The core components of the nano-assembly include gold nanorods coated with a mesoporous silica shell that offers an excellent drug-loading surface for encapsulation of doxorubicin. To enhance the photothermal capacity of nano-assembly, IR 780 dye was loaded inside a thermo-sensitive liposome, and then, the core nano-assembly was wrapped within the liposome, and GE-11 peptide and folic acid were conjugated onto the surface of the liposome to give the final nano-assembly [(GM@Dox) LI]-PF. The dual targeting approach of [(GM@Dox) LI]-PF leads to enhanced cellular uptake and improves the accumulation of nano-assemblies in cancer cells that overexpress the epidermal growth factor receptor and folate. The exposure of near-infrared laser irradiation can trigger photothermal-induced structural disruption of the nano-assembly, which allows for the precise and controllable release of Dox at targeted sites. Additionally, chemo-photothermal therapy was shown to be 11 times more effective in cancer cell treatment when compared to Dox alone. Our systematic study suggests that the nanoassemblies facilitate the cancer cells undergoing apoptosis via an intrinsic mitochondrial pathway that can be directly triggered by the chemo-photothermal treatment. This study offers an appealing candidate that holds great promise for synergistic cancer treatment.
Super Critical Fluid is the emerging technique that consists of super solvent, which is considere... more Super Critical Fluid is the emerging technique that consists of super solvent, which is considered a boon over many other conventional solvents. The main component utilized in it is Carbon Dioxide [CO2], which possesses dual state properties such as effusion through solid and other dissolving materials like liquid which results in unique applications bidden with no limitations. The varying temperature and pressure are the important parameters optimized and thus enhance its solvent properties. Higher Co-efficient of diffusion, reduction in time, higher compressibility, etc., is some of the major advantages of SCF-CO2 over the conventional solvents. Over and above, it is a green approach and a super solvent. Here we have discussed the multifarious applications of the SCF-CO2 extraction in fields and areas extended, but not limited to, Food, Environmental, Analysis, Metal-Cation Extraction, as well as Extractions, Forensics, Pharmaceuticals, Toxins, and Botanical Samples.
Journal of Nanotheranostics
Facing the deadly pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus all over the globe, it is crucial to de... more Facing the deadly pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus all over the globe, it is crucial to devote efforts to fighting and preventing this infectious virus. Nanomaterials have gained much attention after the approval of lipid nanoparticle-based COVID-19 vaccines by the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA). In light of increasing demands for utilizing nanomaterials in the management of COVID-19, this comprehensive review focuses on the role of nanomaterials in the prevention, diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccine development of COVID-19. First, we highlight the variety of nanomaterials usage in the prevention of COVID-19. We discuss the advantages of nanomaterials as well as their uses in the production of diagnostic tools and treatment methods. Finally, we review the role of nanomaterials in COVID-19 vaccine development. This review offers direction for creating products based on nanomaterials to combat COVID-19.
Future Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2021
Background Quality by design (QbD) refers to the achievement of certain predictable quality with ... more Background Quality by design (QbD) refers to the achievement of certain predictable quality with desired and predetermined specifications. A quality-by-design approach to method development can potentially lead to a more robust/rugged method due to emphasis on risk assessment and management than traditional or conventional approach. An important component of the QbD is the understanding of dependent variables, various factors, and their interaction effects by a desired set of experiments on the responses to be analyzed. The present study describes the risk based HPLC method development and validation of ceftriaxone sodium in pharmaceutical dosage form. Results An efficient experimental design based on central composite design of two key components of the RP-HPLC method (mobile phase and pH) is presented. The chromatographic conditions were optimized with the Design Expert software 11.0 version, i.e., Phenomenex ODS column C18 (250 mm × 4.6 mm, 5.0 μ), mobile phase used acetonitrile ...
Current Green Chemistry, 2021
Super Critical Fluid is the emerging technique that consists of super solvent, which is considere... more Super Critical Fluid is the emerging technique that consists of super solvent, which is considered a benefit over many other conventional solvents. The main component utilized in it is Carbon Dioxide [CO2], which possesses dual state properties such as effusion through solid and other dissolving materials like liquid which results in unique applications bidden with no limitations. The varying temperature and pressure are the important parameters optimized and thus enhance its solvent properties. Higher Coefficient of diffusion, reduction in time, higher compressibility, etc. is some of the major advantages of SCF-CO2 over the conventional solvents. Over and above, it is a green approach and a super solvent. Here we have discussed the multifarious applications of the SCF-CO2 extraction in fields and areas extended, but not limited to, Food, Environmental, Analysis, Metal-Cation Extraction, as well as Extractions, Forensics, Pharmaceuticals, Toxins, and Botanical Samples.
Analytical Chemistry, 2021
Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) is an opportunistic pathogen which causes serious lung infections in ... more Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) is an opportunistic pathogen which causes serious lung infections in immunocompromised patients. Traditional oral intake of large quantities of small molecule antibiotics to treat bacterial infections leads to off-target toxicity and development of drug resistant species. Improved delivery systems of antibiotics to the targeted site of bacterial infections would help reduce the need for a high intake of antibiotics. Colistin (Col), an antibacterial peptide, is considered the last resort treatment for multi drug resistant (MDR)-PA. To approach the problem of development of antibacterial resistance and off target toxicity due to the use of excessive amounts of antibiotics, we have designed a targeted drug delivery nanoassembly which deliver antibiotics to extracellular and intracellular bacteria. The nanoassembly is composed of (1) drug (Col) loaded mesoporous silica (MSN) core (Col@MSN), (2) liposomal shell (Col@MSN@LL) (3) PA-targeting LL-37 peptide (Col@MSN@LL-(LL37)). The liposomal shell prevents premature drug release before the nanoassembly approach the targeted bacteria. The liposome bilayer degrades upon excreted lipase present in the local environment of
Future Journal of Pharmaceutical Science, 2021
Background: Quality by design (QbD) refers to the achievement of certain predictable quality with... more Background: Quality by design (QbD) refers to the achievement of certain predictable quality with desired and predetermined specifications. A quality-by-design approach to method development can potentially lead to a more robust/rugged method due to emphasis on risk assessment and management than traditional or conventional approach. An important component of the QbD is the understanding of dependent variables, various factors, and their interaction effects by a desired set of experiments on the responses to be analyzed. The present study describes the risk based HPLC method development and validation of ceftriaxone sodium in pharmaceutical dosage form. Results: An efficient experimental design based on central composite design of two key components of the RP-HPLC method (mobile phase and pH) is presented. The chromatographic conditions were optimized with the Design Expert software 11.0 version, i.e., Phenomenex ODS column C18 (250 mm × 4.6 mm, 5.0 μ), mobile phase used acetonitrile to water (0.01% triethylamine with pH 6.5) (70:30, v/v), and the flow rate was 1 ml/min with retention time 4.15 min. The developed method was found to be linear with r 2 = 0.991 for range of 10-200 μg/ml at 270 nm detection wavelength. The system suitability test parameters, tailing factor and theoretical plates, were found to be 1.49 and 5236. The % RSD for intraday and inter day precision was found to be 0.70-0.94 and 0.55-0.95 respectively. The robustness values were less than 2%. The assay was found to be 99.73 ± 0.61%. The results of chromatographic peak purity indicate the absence of any coeluting peaks with the ceftriaxone sodium peak. The method validation parameters were in the prescribed limit as per ICH guidelines. Conclusion: The central composite design experimental design describes the interrelationships of mobile phase and pH at three different level and responses to be observed were retention time, theoretical plates, and peak asymmetry with the help of the Design Expert 11.0 version. Here, a better understanding of the factors that influence chromatographic separation with greater confidence in the ability of the developed HPLC method to meet their intended purposes is done. The QbD approach to analytical method development was used for better understanding of method variables with different levels.
Current Green Chemistry, 2021
Super Critical Fluid is the emerging technique that consists of super solvent, which is considere... more Super Critical Fluid is the emerging technique that consists of super solvent, which is considered a benefit over many other conventional solvents. The main component utilized in it is Carbon Dioxide [CO2], which possesses dual state properties such as effusion through solid and other dissolving materials like liquid which results in unique applications bidden with no limitations. The varying temperature and pressure are the important parameters optimized and thus enhance its solvent properties. Higher Coefficient of diffusion, reduction in time, higher compressibility, etc. is some of the major advantages of SCF-CO2 over the conventional solvents. Over and above, it is a green approach and a super solvent. Here we have discussed the multifarious applications of the SCF-CO2 extraction in fields and areas extended, but not limited to, Food, Environmental, Analysis, Metal-Cation Extraction, as well as Extractions, Forensics, Pharmaceuticals, Toxins, and Botanical Samples.
Journal of Nanotheranostics, 2022
This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative... more This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY
ACS Applied Biomaterials, 2020
Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) is an opportunistic pathogen, which causes serious lung infections in... more Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) is an opportunistic pathogen, which causes serious lung infections in immunocompromised patients. Traditional oral intake of large quantities of small-molecule antibiotics to treat bacterial infections leads to off-target toxicity and development of drug-resistant species. Improved delivery systems of antibiotics to the targeted site of bacterial infections would help reduce the need for a high intake of antibiotics. Colistin (Col), an antibacterial peptide, is considered the last resort treatment for multidrug resistant (MDR)-PA. To approach the problem of development of antibacterial resistance and off-target toxicity due to the use of excessive amounts of antibiotics, we have designed a targeted drug delivery nanoassembly, which delivers antibiotics to extracellular and intracellular bacteria. The nanoassembly is composed of (1) drug (Col)-loaded mesoporous silica (MSN) core (Col@MSN), (2) liposomal shell (Col@ MSN@LL), and (3) PA-targeting LL-37 peptide (Col@MSN@LL-(LL-37)). The liposomal shell prevents premature drug release before the nanoassembly approaches the targeted bacteria. The liposome bilayer degrades upon excreted lipase present in the local environment of PA, releasing encapsulated Col. There is a significant increase in Col release (∼90% release within 40 h) in the presence of bacteria compared to the absence of bacteria (only ∼75% release after 80 h). A 6.7-fold increase in the antimicrobial efficacy of Col encapsulated in Col@MSN@LL-(LL-37) was seen compared to free Col. All studies were done using a clinical strain of PA14. Col@MSN@LL-(LL-37) successfully targets and inhibits intracellular PA14 within the lung epithelial cells. Only 7% PA14 viability is seen after treating the lung epithelial cells with Col@MSN@LL-(LL-37). No significant cytotoxicity was observed with Col@MSN@LL-(LL-37). Therefore, this discussed lipid-coated targeted nanoassembly can be considered as a successful antibiotic delivery platform.
ACS Analytical Chemistry, 2021
Nano Select, 2021
To combat the rise of antibiotic resistant bacteria, it is essential to look upon other therapeut... more To combat the rise of antibiotic resistant bacteria, it is essential to look upon other therapeutic solutions that do not solely depend upon conventional antibiotics. Here, we have designed a combinational therapeutic approach that kills bacteria with the conjunction of photothermal (PT) and antibiotic therapy. A near-infrared (NIR) laser activated targeted drug delivery nano-assembly delivers antibiotic as well as offer PT therapy (PTT). The synergistic application of both therapies increases the efficacy of treatment. The protected delivery of antibiotic and its release in the proximity of the bacteria surface reduces off-target toxicity and reduce the efficacious dosage. Core of the nano-assembly is composed of NIR active gold nanorods (GNRs) coated with a mesoporous silica nanoparticle (MSNP), which serves as a carrier for an anti-tuberculosis drug bedaquiline (BDQ). The assembly was wrapped within a thermo-sensitive liposome (TSL) conjugated to mycobacteria-targeting peptide: NZX, GNR@MSNP@BDQ@TSL@NZX. NZX mediates adhesion of final nano-assembly on mycobacteria surface. Upon NIR laser irradiation GNRs convert photo energy of the laser to localized heat, which melts TSL triggering release of BDQ. Antibacterial activity of final nano-assembly against Mycobacterium smeg-matis (Msmeg) was 20 folds more efficacious than the free drug equivalent. The final nano-assembly could also successfully inhibit the growth of intracellular mycobacteria residing in lung cells. K E Y W O R D S gold nanorods, intracellular bacteria, nano-assembly, photothermal therapy, targeted drug delivery, thermo-sensitive liposomes This is an open access article under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits use, distribution and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
Nano Select Wiley, 2021
To combat the rise of antibiotic resistant bacteria, it is essential to look upon other therapeut... more To combat the rise of antibiotic resistant bacteria, it is essential to look upon other therapeutic solutions that do not solely depend upon conventional antibiotics. Here, we have designed a combinational therapeutic approach that kills bacteria with the conjunction of photothermal (PT) and antibiotic therapy. A near‐infrared (NIR) laser activated targeted drug delivery nano‐assembly delivers antibiotic as well as offer PT therapy (PTT). The synergistic application of both therapies increases the efficacy of treatment. The protected delivery of antibiotic and its release in the proximity of the bacteria surface reduces off‐target toxicity and reduce the efficacious dosage. Core of the nano‐assembly is composed of NIR active gold nanorods (GNRs) coated with a mesoporous silica nanoparticle (MSNP), which serves as a carrier for an anti‐tuberculosis drug bedaquiline (BDQ). The assembly was wrapped within a thermo‐sensitive liposome (TSL) conjugated to mycobacteria‐targeting peptide: NZX, GNR@MSNP@BDQ@TSL@NZX. NZX mediates adhesion of final nano‐assembly on mycobacteria surface. Upon NIR laser irradiation GNRs convert photo energy of the laser to localized heat, which melts TSL triggering release of BDQ. Antibacterial activity of final nano‐assembly against Mycobacterium smegmatis (Msmeg) was 20 folds more efficacious than the free drug equivalent. The final nano‐assembly could also successfully inhibit the growth of intracellular mycobacteria residing in lung cells.
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