| abstract |
The present invention relates generally to pharmaceutical compositions comprising non-caloric or low-caloric high-potency sweeteners and methods for making and using them, in particular, the present invention relates to different pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one non-caloric or low-caloric natural and/or synthetic high-potency sweetener, at least one sweet taste improving composition, and a pharmaceutically active substance. The present invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods that can improve the tastes of non-caloric or low-caloric natural and/or synthetic, high- potency sweeteners by imparting a more sugar-like taste or characteristic. In particular, the pharmaceutical compositions and methods provide a more sugar-like temporal profile, including sweetness onset and sweetness linger, and/or a more sugar-like flavor profile. |