Abstract: The invention relates to an oral film made from a copolymer of polyvinyl alcohol and polyethylene glycol and at least one gum. The oral films may further contain a medicated active and a non-medicated component. The film upon application, depending upon the quantity of gum and other additives may quickly disintegrate releasing its contents in the mouth or stay adhered for the period of greater than an hour, greater than two hours and preferably for around four hours or more.