Films based on the biopolymer poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) as platforms for the controlled release of dexamethasone

• Main Authors: Mercedes Villegas (Author), Alicia Graciela Cid (Author), Cintia Alejandra Briones (Author), Analía Irma Romero (Author), Florencia Alejandra Pistán (Author), Elio Emilio Gonzo (Author), Juan Carlos Gottifredi (Author), José María Bermúdez (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2019-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Controlled drug delivery aims to achieve an effective drug concentration in the action site for a desired period of time, while minimizing side effects. In this contribution, biodegradable poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) films were evaluated as a reservoir platform for dexamethasone controlled release. Thes...