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Protoporphyrin IX (PpIX) loaded PLGA nanoparticles for topical Photodynamic Therapy of melanoma cells

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Author(s):
da Silva, Darlan Barbosa [1] ; da Silva, Carolina Loureiro [1] ; Davanzo, Nathalia Nossi [2] ; Souza, Rodrigo da Silva [3] ; Correa, Rodrigo Jose [3] ; Tedesco, Antonio Claudio [2] ; Riemma Pierre, Maria Bernadete [1]
Total Authors: 7
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Fed Rio de Janeiro, Sch Pharm, Av Carlos Chagas Filho 373, BR-21941902 Rio De Janeiro, RJ - Brazil
[2] Univ Sao Paulo, Fac Philosophy Sci & Letters Ribeirao Preto, Ctr Nanotechnol & Tissue Engn, Dept Chem, Photobiol & Photomed Res Grp, Av Bandeirantes 3900, BR-14040901 Vila Monte Alegre - Brazil
[3] Univ Fed Rio de Janeiro, Inst Quim, Rio De Janeiro - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 3
Document type: Journal article
Source: Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy; v. 35, SEP 2021.
Web of Science Citations: 0
Abstract

Introduction: Nanoparticles (Np) can increase drug efficacy and overcome problems associated with solubility and aggregation in a solution of PpIX. Purpose: Evaluate if Np interferes in the photophysical and photobiological capacity of the PpIX comparing with free PpIX intended for topical PDT of melanoma. Methods: In vitro photophysical evaluation of Np-PpIX was carried out through singlet oxygen (O-1(2)) quantum yield. In vitro cytotoxicity and phototoxicity assays have used murine melanoma cell culture. Results: The quantum yield of singlet oxygen has shown that Np did not influence the formation capacity of this reactive species. In the dark, all PpIX-Nps concentrations were less cytotoxic compared to free drugs. At a higher light dose (1500 mJ.cm(2)) 3.91 mu g/mL PpIX had similar % viable cells for free and Np (similar to 34 %) meaning Nps did not interfere in the photodynamic effect of PpIX. However, at 7.91 mu g/mL the phototoxicity increased for both (5.8 % viable cells for free versus 21.7 % for Nps). Despite the higher phototoxicity of free PpIX at this concentration, greater cytotoxicity in the dark was obtained (similar to 49 % viable cells for free versus similar to 90 .6 % Np) which means Nps protect the tumor tissue from the photodynamic action of PpIX. Conclusions: Np is a potential delivery system for melanoma skin cancer, since it maintained the photophysical properties of PpIX and excellent in vitro phototoxicity effect against melanoma cells, reducing cell viability similar to 80 % (7.91 mu g/mL PpIX in Nps) and provides safe PDT (due to lower cytotoxicity in the dark). (AU)

FAPESP's process: 13/50181-1 - Use of drugs containing nanocarriers with photosensitizers and/or other active compounds applied to cell therapy and treatment of central nervous system disorders
Grantee:Antonio Claudio Tedesco
Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants
FAPESP's process: 15/16660-5 - Analysis of the nanoemulsions associated with photodynamic therapy in the treatment of breast cancer
Grantee:Marilia de Freitas Calmon
Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants