Oral absorption of a valsartan-loaded spray-dried emulsion based on hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose

The aim of this study was to develop a novel valsartan-loaded spray-dried emulsion based on hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose (HPMC) with enhanced oral absorption. The valsartan-loaded redispersible dry emulsion was prepared by using a high-pressure homogenization and spray-drying process with water, Capryol 90, HPMC, and different surfactants, based on the results of the solubility study. The spray-dried emulsions formed small and homogeneous emulsions with a mean droplet emulsion size ranging from 133.5 to 152.5 nm at the dispersion state in water. The valsartan-loaded redispersible dry emulsion with HPMC/poloxamer 407 showed enhanced pH-independent valsartan release, resulting in a dramatically enhanced oral bioavailability of valsartan compared to the raw material and commercial product. Therefore, a formulation strategy using the redispersible dry emulsion with HPMC/poloxamer 407 is very effective for the development of a new dosage form containing valsartan. (C) 2014 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.