Natural carbohydrate-based chewable anti-inflammatory formulation for children
Introducing a child-friendly anti-inflammatory formulation using natural carbohydrates in the form of medicated lollipops. This innovative approach addresses poor compliance in pediatric patients by enhancing taste and safety, thereby supporting effective drug delivery.
Overview
The natural carbohydrate-based chewable anti-inflammatory formulation is specifically designed to improve medication compliance among children. This innovative approach uses medicated lollipops to make drug administration more appealing and acceptable to young patients. By employing a natural, carbohydrate-like base, the formulation aims to enhance taste and reduce sugar-related risks, ensuring safer and more effective drug delivery.
Technical specifications
- Formulation Type: Medicated lollipops/candies
- Base: Natural carbohydrate-like
- Objective: Enhance taste to improve compliance and reduce sugar risks
- Target Group: Pediatric patients
- Development Phases:
- Phase I: Finalize roadmap, procure materials and machines
- Phase II: Conduct pre-formulation studies
- Phase III: Formulate and characterize products
- Phase IV: Optimize formulation and processes
- Phase V: Analyze data and results
Technology readiness level
This technology is currently at TRL 2, with initial concept formulation and experimental proof of concept underway. The project involves multiple phases of development to refine the formulation and ensure optimal efficacy and safety for pediatric use.
About Assam Don Bosco University
Assam Don Bosco University is a mid-sized private, non-profit, coeducational research university in Guwahati, established in 2008 to serve Northeast India. Its campuses provide research laboratories, engineering workshops, computer infrastructure, and space-technology facilities for applied research and technical development. Placement and industry-interface functions connect the university with employers through internships, industrial visits, technical talks, and recruitment engagement, while community skill programs extend its regional reach. Research draws support from UGC, DST, DBT, AICTE, and ICMR, alongside state funding from ASTEC. An Entrepreneurship Development and Incubation Centre supports venture creation and pre-incubation.
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