چكيده لاتين :
Extended-release matrix tablets of diltiazem hydrochloride (DTZ) were prepared using
waxy materials alone or in combination with Kollidon SR. Matrix waxy materials were
camauba wax (CW), bees wax (BW), cetyl alcohol (CA) and glyceryl monostearate (GMS).
Dissolution studies were carried out by using a six stations USP XXII type 1 apparatus. The
in vitro drug release study was done in 1000 ml phosphate buffer of pH 6.8 for 12 h. Initial
burst release was observed in case ofwaxy granules. Tablets prepared in combination ofwaxy
granules and Kollidon SR sustained the drug release for more than 12 h. Addition of ludipress
instead of Kollidon SR caused the drug release faster (for less than 12 h). Fitting the in vitro
drug release data to Korsmeyer equation indicates that diffusion along with erosion could be
the mechanism of drug release. Significant differences were found among the drug release
profile from different polymeric matrices.