Compressed Lozenge Dosage Form

**Semantic type:** Biomedical or Dental Material

**Definition:** Solid single-dose preparation intended to be sucked to obtain a local or systemic effect. It is prepared by compression and is often rhomboid in shape. Compressed lozenges usually contain flavoring and sweetening agents. They dissolve or disintegrate slowly when sucked.

**Synonyms:** - Compressed lozenge