Development and characterization of a sustained release formulation of lidocaine using liposomes exhibiting a transmembrane pH gradient

Longer acting local anaesthetics which will provide prolonged nerve blockade are required for adequate management of both acute and chronic pain. It has been suggested that liposomes represent a potentially useful vehicle for sustained drug release following local administration. Thus, the aim of...

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Main Author: Mok, Miranda Jane
Language:English
Published: 2009
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/5778