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Matrix Systems

Matrix systems are solid dosage forms where drugs are dispersed in a polymer matrix, controlling release through various mechanisms. Reservoir systems feature a drug core surrounded by a polymeric membrane that regulates drug release. Emerging trends include the use of biodegradable polymers, nanotechnology, smart polymers, and personalized medicine for improved drug delivery.

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Matrix Systems

Matrix systems are solid dosage forms where drugs are dispersed in a polymer matrix, controlling release through various mechanisms. Reservoir systems feature a drug core surrounded by a polymeric membrane that regulates drug release. Emerging trends include the use of biodegradable polymers, nanotechnology, smart polymers, and personalized medicine for improved drug delivery.

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❖​Matrix Systems

Matrix systems are solid dosage forms where the drug is dispersed throughout a
polymer matrix. The matrix controls the release of the drug by dissolution,
diffusion, or erosion.

Developmental Aspects:

1.​ Polymer Selection:

Hydrophilic polymers (e.g., hydroxypropyl methylcellulose) for swelling and


diffusion-controlled systems.
Hydrophobic polymers (e.g., ethylcellulose) for insoluble, diffusion-controlled
systems.

2.​ Drug Loading and Compatibility:

High drug loading is achievable, but compatibility between the drug and matrix
materials must be ensured.
Crystalline vs. amorphous drug forms can influence release rates.

3.​ Release Mechanisms:

Dissolution-Controlled: Drug release depends on the dissolution rate of the


polymer and drug.
Diffusion-Controlled: Drug diffuses through the matrix.
Erosion-Controlled: Polymer erosion dictates release.

4.​ Design Challenges:

Achieving a zero-order release profile (constant release rate).


Preventing dose dumping, especially in hydrophilic systems.
5.​ Fabrication Techniques:

Direct compression, wet granulation, or melt granulation methods are used to


incorporate the drug into the matrix.

❖​Reservoir Systems

In reservoir systems, the drug core is surrounded by a polymeric membrane that


controls the drug release.

Developmental Aspects:

1.​ Polymer Coating:

Membranes are usually semi-permeable polymers (e.g., ethylcellulose, polyvinyl


acetate).
Coating thickness and permeability determine drug release rates.

2.​ Release Mechanisms:

Controlled by diffusion through the polymer membrane.


Osmotic pressure and polymer swelling can also contribute.

3.​ Drug Solubility:

Solubility of the drug in the core and its interaction with the membrane is crucial
for consistent release.

4.​ Design Challenges:

Achieving uniform coating thickness.


Preventing membrane rupture during drug release.
5.​ Fabrication Techniques:

Spray coating, dip coating, or extrusion methods are commonly used to apply the
polymer membrane.

Emerging Trends in Development:

●​ Biodegradable Polymers:

Use of biocompatible and biodegradable materials (e.g., PLGA) for both systems
to reduce toxicity and improve safety.

●​ Nanotechnology:

Nanomatrix and nanoreservoir systems for enhanced solubility, bioavailability, and


targeting.

●​ Smart Polymers:

Stimuli-responsive polymers (e.g., pH-sensitive, temperature-sensitive) for


controlled release based on environmental triggers.
●​ Personalized Medicine:

Integration with 3D printing to design patient-specific drug delivery systems.

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