(331) 1-Min Nanocrystals: A Fast, Cost-Effective and Efficient Technique to Mill Drugs Using Speed Mixer
Introduction: The advancement of drug delivery systems has revolutionised pharmaceutical research, especially for poorly water-soluble drugs. Nanocrystals (NCs) are a promising solution, as reducing particle size (PS) enhances bioavailability [1]. However, traditional methods often require lengthy processing times, from hours to days. This study demonstrates dual asymmetric centrifugation (DAC) as a fast, simple, and cost-effective method to produce drug NCs in 1 min, achieving good PS and crystalline properties. It provides a valuable alternative for lab-scale PS reduction in early drug development stages.
Learning Objectives:
Develop a fast and cost-effective method for producing NCs using dual asymmetric centrifugation.
Describe the impact of process and formulation parameters on NCs' particle size and PDI.
Compare the milling efficiency of the developed technique with conventional wet media milling.