Extended-Release Tablets: An Overview

Abstract

Extended-release tablets have become a cornerstone of modern pharmaceutical drug delivery. They offer numerous advantages over immediate-release formulations, such as reduced dosing frequency, improved patient compliance, and minimized side effects. This review article discusses the key concepts, advantages and disadvantages. Here is an overview of the general steps and considerations involved in the formulation of extended-release tablets. The applications of extended-release tablets are continually expanding as pharmaceutical research and development aim to improve patient adherence, reduce side effects, and enhance the overall quality of treatment.