Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras

Nanoparticles and the Process for Preparation thereof for Fixed Combination Monotherapy

Technology Category/Market

Categories: Medical & Surgical Devices, Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering

Industry: Pharmaceutical Industry, Ophthalmic Drug Development, Biotechnology, R&D, Regulatory/ Compliance Services, Medical Device Manufacturing

Applications: pharmaceutical and ophthalmic industries, offering improved drug delivery for glaucoma treatment; to boost drug efficacy, reduced side effects, medical device Mfg, investment sectors.

Market: The global novel drug delivery systems in cancer therapy market size was valued at USD 4.31 B in 2016. It is projected to reach USD 26.61 B by 2025, growing at 22.9% CAGR during 2017-25.

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Problem Statement

  • Current glaucoma treatments face challenges in achieving sustained drug release & maintaining consistent Intraocular Pressure (IOP) Control.
  • Conventional eye drops may result in limited bioavailability and patient compliance, leading to suboptimal treatment outcomes.
  • There is a need for innovative drug delivery systems that can provide controlled & prolonged drug release for better glaucoma management while minimizing the side effects & increasing the patient adherence.
  • The instant patent addresses the above given issues by disclosing a process for preparation of nanoparticles for fixed combination Monotherapy.

Technology

  • The present patent discloses Nanoparticles and the Process for Fixed Combination Monotherapy.
  • This patent is about using small particles to deliver drugs for treating glaucoma.
  • These particles have a unique structure that allows for controlled drug release. Special materials and methods are used to enhance treatment effectiveness, and Betacyclodextrin is used to improve drug absorption in the eyes.

It is a process to create tiny drug-delivery particles with a core and shell for better eye treatment.

  • Nanoparticle Creation: The process begins by making tiny core-shell nanoparticles.
  • Core Solution: A mixture is made for the core. It includes a polymer, a drug, and a liquid (acetonitrile).
  • Shell Solution: Another mixture is created for the shell. It has a polymer, a drug, and a mix of liquids.
  • The core and shell mixtures are sprayed through a special needle with high voltage, to small particles.
  • Collecting and Drying: These particles are collected on a metal plate, then dried to fine powder.
  • Functionalization: The drug-carrying powder is mixed with a substance to help it penetrate the eyes better.
  • Freeze-Drying: The final product, spherical nanoparticles, is made by freeze-drying.

Key Features/Value Proposition

User Perspective:

  • Effective Glaucoma Treatment: Provides better glaucoma treatment with controlled drug release.
  • Enhanced Patient Adherence: Reduces dosing frequency, improving patient compliance.
  • Improved Quality of Life: Potential for better management of intraocular pressure.

Industrial Perspective:

  • Innovative Drug Delivery: Demonstrates advanced technology in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
  • Market Expansion: Opens new opportunities for pharmaceutical companies.
  • Diverse Product Portfolio: Allows for the development of novel glaucoma therapies.

Technological Perspective:

  • Advanced Nanoparticle Design: Core-shell nanoparticles enable combination therapies.
  • Fine-tuned control of particle characteristics.
  • Enhanced Drug Absorption: Functionalization improves drug delivery through ocular tissues.
Questions about this Technology?

Contact for Licensing

Research Lab

Prof. Sampath Kumar T S 

Department of Metallurgical & Materials Engineering

Intellectual Property

  • IITM IDF No: 2404

  • IP Grant Number: 449238

Technology Readiness Level

TRL – 3

Proof of concept stage.

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