Abstract

Ravi S. K.* and V. Chandrakala

ABSTRACT

Now a days new techniques are developing in every sector, many of the pharmaceutical groups are focusing their research on mouth dissolving technology. Mouth Dissolving Films technology is gaining much attention. Dosage forms like tablets, syrup and injections are expensive and time consuming, so developing the innovative drug delivery for the existing drug have been done. Mouth dissolving film is the Novel drug delivery system consisting of a very thin oral strip which gives onset of action, without drinking water or swallowing. Mouth Dissolving Films evolved over the past few years from the confection and oral care markets in the form of breath strips and has become a novel delivery system. Hence it gives site specification and local action and leads to better bioavailability of drug. The formulation is convenient for pediatrics, geriatrics and bedridden patients. This review describes about the formulation methodology, evaluation parameters and the future aspects of mouth dissolving films.