Abstract

ORAL DOSAGE FORM: ADVANCED DOSAGE FORM

Jayshree Vitthalrao Mankar*, Dr. Dinesh M. Biyani and Dr. Milind J. Umekar

ABSTRACT

Fast dissolving oral films (FDOFs) are the most advanced form of oral solid dosage form due to more flexibility and comfort. It improves the efficacy of APIs by dissolving within minute in oral cavity after the contact with less saliva as compared to fast dissolving tablets, without chewing and no need of water for administration. some patients, particularly pediatric and geriatric patients, have difficulty in swallowing or chewing solid dosage forms. Many pediatric and geriatric patients are unwilling to take these solid preparations due to fear of choking. Hence orally dissolving tablets have come into existence. The OTFs place as an alternative in the market due to consumer’s preference for a fast-dissolving product over conventional tablets / capsules.

Keywords: fast dissolving oral film, solid dosage form, efficacy of APIs.