Thin-film drug delivery has emerged as an advanced alternative to the conventional tablets, capsules and liquids often associated with prescription and OTC medications. This book describes the criteria for selection of drug, important formulation considerations, manufacturing processes, packaging and various quality control tools used for evaluation of oral thin films. The book also exemplified the practical approach used in development and evaluation of oral thin film using natural and semisynthetic polymers. This book also highlights the recent trends and perspectives to develop thin film products by various companies. This book will be an important source of information for formulation development scientists and research scholars working in industry and academia.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Thin Films 1
2. Formulation Consideration of Oral Thin Film 11
3. Manufacturing of Thin Films 23
4. Packaging of Thin Films 31
5. Pharmacopoeial and Regulatory Aspects of Films 36
6. Applications of Oral Films in Drug Delivery 40
7. Quality Control of Oral Thin Films 43
8. Recent Advancement in Oral Thin Films 51
9. Marketed Products and Formulations 66
10. Case Study 74
11. Bibliography / References 107
12. List of Abbreviations 117