Adsorption of diclofenac and ibuprofen on organobentonites: Kinetic, thermodynamic, and simultaneous adsorption

Key Points

• Simultaneous adsorption of diclofenac and ibuprofen was effectively studied, revealing key insights into adsorption mechanisms.
• Kinetic and thermodynamic parameters indicate that organobentonites are promising materials for drug removal from water.
• Analysis utilized varying concentrations of diclofenac and ibuprofen to explore their adsorption behavior.
• Findings highlight the importance of organobentonites in environmental remediation strategies for pharmaceutical contaminants.