Lozenges

Biovencer Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. is one of the leading Manufacturer of Herbal Lozenges products in India.

Lozenges are solid dosage forms that are intended to be dissolved or disintegrated slowly in the mouth. They contain one or more active ingredients and are flavored and sweetened so as to be pleasant tasting. It is generally used for their topical effect, but may also have ingredients that produce a systemic effect. Lozenge is a solid preparation consisting of sugar and gum, the latter giving strength and cohesiveness to the lozenge and facilitating slow release of the medicament.

It is used to medicate the mouth and throat for the slow administration in digestion or cough remedies. Lozenges may contain an anesthetic, a demulcent, or an antiseptic.

Lozenges provide a pleasant dosage form for patients who are unable to swallow other types of solid dosage forms. Because lozenges are formulated to taste good, they must be kept out of the reach of children, who may view them as candy. Types of lozenges can be ordered as hard candy, chewable gummy gel, and hand-rolled lozenges.