Unlocking the Potential of Marine-Derived Polymers in Pharmaceutical Applications

Marine sources and microorganisms have been a rich source of polymers with unique biological properties, such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, and bioadhesivity. These properties make them an attractive option as pharmaceutical excipients in various dosage forms.

One of the significant advantages of these polymers is their ability to be modified physically and/or chemically to enhance their biomaterial properties. This has led to their exploration and exploitation in various pharmaceutical applications, including tablets, microparticles, nanoparticles, ophthalmic preparations, gels, emulsions, and suspensions.

Commonly Used Marine- and Microbiologically Derived Polymers

Some of the commonly used polymers derived from marine sources and microorganisms include:

• Alginates
• Agar-agar
• Gellan gum
• Carrageenan
• Chitosan
• Xanthan gum

These polymers have been extensively researched and developed for pharmaceutical applications, and recent advances have shed light on their immense potential.

New Developments and Applications

In the book, “Natural Polymers for Pharmaceutical Applications, Volume 2: Marine- and Microbiologically Derived Polymers,” experts from around the world share their research and insights on the latest developments in marine-derived polysaccharides and their pharmaceutical applications.

The book focuses on recent advances in the use of alginates, agar-agar, gellan gum, carrageenan, chitosan derivatives, and xanthan gum in pharmaceutical applications, highlighting their potential to revolutionize the industry.

Written by renowned author, Amit Kumar Nayak, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and professionals in the pharmaceutical industry.

Publisher: Apple Academic Press

Publication Date: October 16, 2019

Language: English

ISBN: 9781771888462, 9781000576856