A Palatable Revolution In Oral Hygiene – Exploring the Brilliance of Chewable Toothpaste Tablets

ABSTRACT

These days, everyone is highly conscious of the use of toothpaste. There are medicinal and herbal toothpastes on the market right now. There is fierce competition among toothpaste manufacturers to produce better formulas that can stave off dental issues. Chewable tablets that must be broken and licked between the teeth in order to be consumed. These tablets are used to people who find swallowing unpleasant as well as youngsters who have trouble swallowing.  Chewable tablets are characterized by their smooth breakdown, agreeable flavor, and absence of bitter or unpleasant aftertaste. Chewable tablets are an ideal dosage form for individuals who are elderly, young, or traveling and may not always have access to water. The gum core, which may or may not be coated, makes up the content of a chewable tablet. An insoluble gum foundation made up of fillers, antioxidants, sweeteners, and flavoring ingredients makes up the core.  It is flavored with something to improve its taste. There are several components that go into making chewable pills. The main formulation factors that apply to both regular (swallowed) and chewable tablets include flow, lubrication, disintegration, organoleptic qualities, compressibility, compatibility, and stability; however, the main focus of this formulation is on the organoleptic features of the active drug components.  The purpose of this review article is to investigate dental issues with sparing on a modified tablet dosage form, such as a toothpaste tablet, which will help to reduce plastic waste and be more affordable, eco-friendly, and beneficial to dental health.

Keywords: Toothpaste, Chewable tablet, Granulation, Compression, Foaming