Patent ID: 8236348
Filing Date: 2012-08-07
Classification: A23G,A23L,A23V,A61K,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A flavored dosage form comprising a lozenge, wherein the lozenge comprises a sustained release matrix of: (a) micronized ethylcellulose having a solution viscosity in the range of approximately 1 cP to 120 cP as determined at 25° C. using a 5% aqueous solution and representing approximately 25 wt. % to 49.5 wt. % of the lozenge; and (b) a flavoring agent comprising mint oil essential oils, and optionally, constituents of mint oil essential oils, the mint oil essential oils representing approximately 25 wt. % to 49.5 wt. % of the lozenge, wherein the micronized ethylcellulose and the flavoring agent are admixed and present in the dosage form at a weight ratio of approximately 1:1.5 to 1.5:1, such that the dosage form has a soft, pliable consistency and gradually erodes in the mouth while simultaneously gradually releasing the flavoring agent over an extended time period in the range of about 15 minutes to about 4 hours, and wherein the sustained release matrix is formed by a process consisting essentially of admixing the micronized ethylcellulose and the essential oil flavoring agent at room temperature and ambient humidity.