A Review on Medicated Chewing Gum

Abstract

According to the European Pharmacopoeia, Medicated chewing gum (MCG) is a non-dissolving intraoral medicine dosage form that can be used locally to treat oral disorders or systemically after being absorbed through the buccal mucosa or from the gastrointestinal tract. It can be used locally or systemically to administer drugs orally. Significant advancements in technology and research pertaining to the oral medicine administration route have been made in recent years. Because of its capacity to increase patient compliance in both pediatric and elderly patients as well as the general public, medicated chewing gum has drawn attention from all around the world this year. The manufactured product is evaluated for a number of qualities, such as colour, stickiness, hardness, and In vitro drug release. Chewing gum can be used as a transportable method of oral medicine administration, both locally and systemically. International dentistry associations, authorities, and federations have validated the benefits of sugar-free chewing gum for the mouth and teeth. Caries and gingivitis can be prevented by combining sugar-free chewing gum with floss, fluoride toothpaste, and interdental cleaners.