Microwave induced solubility enhancement of poorly water soluble atorvastatin calcium

Objectives  The objective of the present investigation was to enhance the solubility and dissolution rate of atorvastatin calcium (ATR) by a solid dispersion technique using poly(ethylene glycol) 6000 (PEG 6000).

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