Unlocking the Potential of Animal-Derived Polymers in Pharmaceutical Applications

In recent years, animal-derived polymers have gained significant attention as a promising category of naturally derived polymers. This is due to their exceptional physicochemical, chemical, and biological properties, making them an attractive alternative to synthetic polymers.

Biological Properties of Animal-Derived Polymers

The biological properties of these natural polymers, derived from animals, are biocompatibility and biodegradation. These polymers are composed of repeated units of amino acids, allowing for physical and/or chemical modifications to enhance their biomaterial properties.

Pharmaceutical Applications of Animal-Derived Polymers

Animal-Derived Polymers, a book edited by Amit Kumar Nayak, explores the potential of these polymers as pharmaceutical excipients in various dosage forms. These include microparticles, nanoparticles, ophthalmic preparations, gels, implants, and more.

Commonly Used Animal-Derived Polymers

The commonly used animal-derived polymers as pharmaceutical excipients are:

• Hyaluronic acid (hyaluronan)
• Albumin
• Collagen
• Gelatin
• Chondroitin

These polymers have shown great promise in revolutionizing the pharmaceutical industry with their unique properties and potential applications.

Published by Apple Academic Press, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and industry professionals interested in exploring the potential of animal-derived polymers in pharmaceutical applications.

Book Details:

Language: English

ISBN: 9781771888479, 9781000576870

Published: October 16, 2019