A Review on Formulation and Evaluation of Emu...

A Review on Formulation and Evaluation of Emulgel

Author Name : Abdelhadi Adam Salih Denei, Dr. M. Sunitha Reddy

ABSTRACT

Emulgels have developed as one of the most intriguing topical delivery systems due to their dual release control mechanism, which includes both gel and emulsion pharmaceutical specialists are presently inquisitive about emulgel systems because of their vital potential to perform as a drug delivery vehicle by incorporating a various vary of therapeutic compounds. These are either water in oil emulsions or oil in water emulsions, by combining it with a gelling agent, it became gelled. Incorporation of an emulsion into a product. It becomes a dual-control release system to the gel, which also improves its stabilityEmulgels are the result of combining the terms emulsion and gel. Emulgel is a unique treatment option for acne, fungal infections, arthritis, inflammation, psoriasis, and other skin problems. Preparing a medication emulsion and putting it into an emulgel creates the topical system. Emulgel is a low-interfacial-tension, thermodynamically stable formulation made by combining a surfactant and a co-surfactant. It has a number of features, including enhanced permeability and strong thermodynamic stability. Emulgel offers a dual control and a long-lasting release. Emulgel increases both bioavailability and patient compliance. The resulting formulation's pH, viscosity, particle size, zeta potential, drug content, stability study, skin irritation test, and other parameters are assessed.

Keywords:Topical drug delivery, Emulgel, Gelling agent, Emulsifying agent etc.