A Comprehensive Review on Fast Dissolving Tablets: Formulation Technique and Evaluation Parameter

Fast-dissolving tablets (FDTs) are oral solid dosage forms that rapidly disintegrate in the mouth without the need for water, improving patient compliance, especially in pediatric, geriatric, and dysphagic patients. This review summarizes the advantages, limitations, formulation criteria, and challenges associated with FDTs. It highlights the role of superdisintegrants, their mechanisms of action, and different manufacturing techniques such as direct compression, freeze-drying, and sublimation. Evaluation parameters and stability considerations are also briefly discussed.