Abstract: The invention provides a film coated solid oral dosage form. The coated form comprises a solid core and at least two separately applied coatings or layers. The first layer, which is a seal coat, contains a swellable polymer, such as hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose. The second layer, which is a release coat, contains carrageenan, microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, and taste modifying agents. In an embodiment the coating contains readily releasable volatile and non-volatile flavoring and cooling agents together with sweeteners, to provide an intense cooling effect which is instantly perceived by the consumer upon placing the dosage form in the oral cavity.

Abstract: A consumable film adapted to adhere to and dissolve in the oral cavity of a warm-blooded animal including humans, comprising at least one water soluble polymer, a taste masking effective amount of a sweetener, a mucosa-coating effective amount of a mucosa-coating agent and a pharmaceutically active agent having a sufficiently unpleasant taste that it is desirably masked by the sweetener.

Abstract: An antacid and breath freshening composition comprising a dose effective antacid, and uncomplexed cyclodextrin is provided. The cyclodextrin may be selected from the group containing alpha-cyclodextrin, beta-cyclodextrin, gamma-cyclodextrin, derivatives thereof and mixtures thereof. The composition is used for the concurrent treatment of various gastro-intestinal conditions and treatment of meal induced halitosis. There is further provided a cooling composition which can be used in orally administered compositions containing gastrointestinal actives to provide an additional sensation of relief to the throat and esophagus.

Abstract: Physiologically acceptable films, including edible films, are disclosed. The films include a water soluble film-forming polymer such as pullulan. Edible films are disclosed that include pullulan and antimicrobially effective amounts of the essential oils thymol, methyl salicylate, eucalyptol and menthol. The edible films are effective at killing the plaque-producing germs that cause dental plaque, gingivitis and bad breath. The film can also contain pharmaceutically active agents. Methods for producing the films are also disclosed.

Abstract: Physiologically acceptable films, including edible films, are disclosed. The films include a water soluble film-forming polymer such as pullulan. Edible films are disclosed that include pullulan and antimicrobially effective amounts of the essential oils thymol, methyl salicylate, eucalyptol and menthol. The edible films are effective at killing the plaque-producing germs that cause dental plaque, gingivitis and bad breath. The film can also contain pharmaceutically active agents. Methods for producing the films are also disclosed.

Abstract: A consumable film adapted to adhere to and dissolve in the oral cavity of a warm-blooded animal including humans, comprising a modified starch, a pharmaceutically active agent and, optionally, at least one water soluble polymer.

Abstract: A consumable film adapted to adhere to and dissolve in the oral cavity of a warm-blooded animal including humans, comprising at least one water soluble polymer, a taste masking effective amount of a sweetener, and a pharmaceutically active agent having a sufficiently unpleasant taste that it is desirably masked by the sweetener.

Abstract: A consumable film adapted to adhere to and dissolve in the oral cavity of a consumer comprising at least one water soluble polymer, at least one antitussive agent and a mucosa-coating effective amount of a mucosa-coating agent.