Abstract

A REVIEW ON MUCOADHESIVE DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM

Musharaf Shaikh*

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Abstract

The Mucoadhesion concept has provided the great Uses & advantages in prolonging the residence time as well as controlled release effect of various bioadhesion dosage forms through Various mucosal route. The formulations based on the mucoadhesive drug delivery system have shown the enhanced bioavailability of many drugs. The use of various mucoadhesive polymer have achieved the great interest in formulating the sustained release, extended release as well as prolonged release dosage forms. The mucoadhesive drug delivery provides greater absorption & enhanced bioavailability of dosage forms due to the large surface area and higher blood flow in the mucosal cavities.

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