Microparticulate systems, vaginal

Microparticulate systems present the advantage, in comparison with single-unit solid systems, to guarantee a wider contact area between the drug and the mucosa. Different microparticulate systems intended for vaginal administration were developed they include liposomes, microcapsules, and microspheres. Such systems can possess intrinsic bioadhesive properties or can be loaded in a vehicle with bioadhesive properties. [Pg.456]

Different drug delivery systems have been proposed for vaginal delivery of peptides and proteins. The first one was a mucoadhesive gel based on polyacrylic acid intended for vaginal administration of insulin [96]. More recently, microparticulate systems such as starch and hyaluronan ester (HYAFF) microspheres have been proposed for vaginal delivery of insulin... [Pg.460]

Microparticulate systems are being investigated for both vaginal drag and vaccine delivery ... [Pg.294]

Describe the possible reasons for enhanced vaginal vaccination using microparticulate systems. [Pg.297]

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