Optimization of Minoxidil Microemulsions Using Fractional Factorial Design Approach

    October 2014 in “ Pharmaceutical Development and Technology ”
    Napaphak Jaipakdee, Ekapol Limpongsa, Thaned Pongjanyakul
    Studysummary This study found that an optimized microemulsion for minoxidil with high solubility, permeation flux, and skin deposition can be achieved with specific low and high levels of certain surfactants and co-solvents.
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