Verapamil Hydrochloride Nanosuspension and Assessment of Cardioprotective effect in Experimental Model of Myocardial Infarcted Rats

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Saravanan Govindaraj

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Aim and Objective: Verapamil, a calcium channel blocker, has a restricted bioavailability (20–30%) due to
substantial hepatic first-pass degradation. Therefore, the main goal of this work was to use nanosuspension with
high shear homogenization and ultrasonication techniques to improve the oral bioavailability of verapamil. Method:
Animals used in experiments were given a myocardial infarction. Verapamil nanosuspension was used in an in
vivo pharmacological investigation and to evaluate cardiac damage indicators. Results: When compared to free
medications, in vivo pharmacokinetic studies showed greater t1/2, area under the curve from zero to infinity, and Cmax
, suggesting improved bioavailability. Oral verapamil nanosuspension treatment improved nearly all hemodynamic
parameters studied in the isoproterenol induced myocardial necrosis model, including cardiac damage indicators
and left ventricular end-diastolic pressure. Conclusion: These positive outcomes highlight the created verapamil
nanosuspension’s excellent oral administration capabilities, which may enhance the therapeutic effect.

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