Abstract

A REVIEW ON FAST DISSOLVING SUBLINGUAL FILMS FOR SYSTEMIC DRUG DELIVERY

Varsha S. Nair*, R B. Saudagar, S. B. Gondkar

ABSTRACT

Orally fast dissolving films are an emerging technology with fast onset of activity and improved patient compliance. It enhances the viability of API's and gives better medication use. These formulations are suitable for cold, allergy rhinitis, asthma attacks, CNS issue where fast onset of activity is needed for quicker help. The sublingual course of medication organization is extremely compelling following the medication retained through the sublingual veins by passes hepatic first pass metabolic procedure and also gives a better bioavailability. The present article outlines the definition viewpoints, manufacturing methods like solvent casting method, evaluation parameters and applications of fast dissolving films by sublingual route.

Keywords: Sublingual delivery, Improved bioavailability, Solvent casting method.