Author : Richard W. Baker
Publisher : Wiley-Interscience
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Book Synopsis Controlled Release of Biologically Active Agents by : Richard W. Baker
Download or read book Controlled Release of Biologically Active Agents written by Richard W. Baker and published by Wiley-Interscience. This book was released on 1987-03-25 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Controlled release technology enhances the beneficial effects of drugs, agrochemicals, and other biologically active agents. This monograph offers background on the terms, concepts, mathematical and chemical principles, and the advantages of, controlled release technology. Treats each of the major techniques of achieving controlled release: diffusion, biodegradation, osmosis, and mechanical systems. Describes and compares the numerous materials used in controlled release devices. Presents techniques for device preparation and evaluation. Describes the most significant commercially available controlled release products.