Phytosome-based delivery system for bioactive ingredients, method for obtaining thereof and compositions comprising thereof

EP4766335A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-07-01UNIVERSIDADE DO PORTO +1

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office: EP · EP
Patent Type: Applications
Current Assignee / Owner: UNIVERSIDADE DO PORTO
Filing Date: 2023-12-29
Publication Date: 2026-07-01

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Technical Problem

The hydrophilic properties of bioactive compounds from natural sources, such as polyphenols, pose challenges in formulation development due to difficulties in finding appropriate delivery systems that enhance absorption, bioavailability, and protection of these compounds.

Method used

A phytosome-based delivery system using physiologically compatible and biocompatible lipids, such as phosphoglycerides and glycerides, to encapsulate bioactive ingredients, eliminating the need for toxic organic solvents in the preparation process.

Benefits of technology

The phytosome-based delivery system effectively enhances the absorption, bioavailability, and protection of both hydrophilic and lipophilic bioactive ingredients, while being eco-friendly and reducing the risk of adverse effects from organic solvents.

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Abstract

The present invention discloses a phytosome-based delivery system for bioactive ingredients, as well as the method for obtaining thereof and compositions comprising thereof. More specifically, the present invention relates to phytosomes for an eco-friendly and safe delivery of bioactive compounds, especially natural occurring bioactive compounds, wherein the phytosomes are obtained by a green and eco-friendly method and are useful in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic and foodstuff area.

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