Optimization of Melatonin Dissolution from Extended Release Matrices Using Artificial Neural Networking.

Journal: Current drug delivery
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Efficacy of melatonin in treating sleep disorders has been demonstrated in numerous studies. Being with short half-life, melatonin needs to be formulated in extended-release tablets to prevent the fast drop of its plasma concentration. However, an attempt to mimic melatonin natural plasma levels during night time is challenging.

Authors

  • D Martarelli
  • L Casettari
    Department of Biomolecular Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Urbino, Piazza Rinascimento n°6, 61029, Urbino (PU), Italy. luca.casettari@uniurb.it.
  • K S Shalaby
  • M E Soliman
  • M Cespi
  • G Bonacucina
  • L Fagioli
  • D R Perinelli
  • J K W Lam
  • G F Palmieri