Abstract:
Contest: Formulation and evaluation of the physical properties of an emulsion based on lyophilized snail mucin for possible oral delivery. The objective of this study was to formulate and evaluate the physical characteristics of an emulsion and analyse the physical characteristics of a prepared lyophilized sample of snail mucin. Material and methods: Formulation of the snail mucin was prepared by washing the mucin extracted with water and thereafter lyophilized and characterized using rheology, physical, and pH stability. The in-vitro release of the insulin-loaded emulsion was done using a SIG. Results obtained: results obtained indicated that batch B3 showed the lowest level of creaming and the best HLB values. In general, the physical properties of the batches were satisfying, while pH stability showed little variation. Conclusion: Lyophilized snail mucin might be an alternative for possible insulin delivery due to physical satisfaction.
