Semi solid preparations intended for external application to the skin/mucous membranes, usually contain medicinal substance.
CREAMS
Viscous liquid or semi solid emulsions of O/W or W/O type.
O/W includes shaving creams include cold creams and emollient creams.
W/O type creams include cold creams and emollient creams.
GELS
Semi solid systems consisting of dispersion made up of either small inorganic particles or large organic molecules enclosing and interpenetrated by a liquid.
TRANSDERMAL PREPARATIONS
*TRANSDERMAL PATCHES* deliver drugs directly through the skin and into the bloodstream.
SUPPOSITORIES AND INSERTS
Solid dosage form intended for insertion into body orifices (Rectum, vagina, or urethra).