<i>In silico</i> and <i>in vitro</i> assessment of an optimized QbD-guided myoinositol and metformin-loaded mucus-penetrating particle-based gel for the amelioration of PCOS
Uzma Farooq, Mohd. Aamir Mirza, Abdullah Alshetaili, Sradhanjali Mohapatra, Pooja Jain, Nazia Hassan, Zeenat Iqbal, Asgar Ali
Abstract
studies were conducted and the results revealed that the proposed MPPs-gel formulation could regulate the estrous cycle of the reproductive system compared to the conventional formulation. Moreover, the formulation significantly reduced the weight of the ovaries compared to the control and conventional vaginal gel. Biochemical estimation showed improved insulin and sex hormone levels. Thus, the obtained data revealed that the deep penetration and deposition of MTF and MI on the targeted area through intravaginal delivery resulted in better therapeutic effects than the conventional vaginal gel. The obtained results confirmed the amelioration of PCOS upon treatment using the prepared MPPs-gel formulation. According to the relevant evaluation studies, it was concluded that MPPs-gel was retained in the vaginal cavity for systemic effects. Also, the sustained and non-irritating therapeutic effect meets the safety aspects. This work serves as a promising strategy for intravaginal drug delivery.