Muco-adhesive Buccal Tablet Dosage Form

**Semantic type:** Biomedical or Dental Material

**Definition:** Solid single-dose preparation to be applied to the buccal mucosa to obtain a systemic delivery over an extended period of time. Mucoadhesive buccal tablets are usually prepared by compression of mixtures of powders or granulations into tablets with a shape suited for the intended use. They usually contain hydrophilic polymers, which on wetting with saliva produce a flexible hydrogel that adheres to the buccal mucosa.

**Synonyms:** - Muco-adhesive buccal tablet