Preparation and optimization of quercetin-loaded liposomes for wound healing, using response surface methodology

Abstract

The basic objective of this study was to prepare quercetin-loaded liposomes by the thin film hydration method. The liposomal formulation was optimized using response surface methodology (RSM). A rotation speed of 75 rpm and a water bath temperature of 46°C were finalized as the best for optimized drug-loaded liposomal formulation. In vitro characterization of the quercetin-loaded liposomal formulation was done through some parameters including the entrapment efficiency (EE), drug release (DR), and mean particle size; the resulting values of 86.5 ± 0.42%, 76.5%, and 146 nm were found to be standard characterized values respectively. It is concluded that quercetin-loaded liposomal formulations achieve sustained release of drug in wound areas.