| abstract |
The present invention is directed to coprocessed excipient particles comprising a cellulosic material such as microcrystalline cellulose in intimate association with silicon dioxide, a disintegrant and a polyol, sugar or a polyol/sugar blend. The excipient particles display good processing and are useful in prepared compressed solid dosage forms that exhibit rapid disintegration ( less than about 60 seconds) when placed on the tongue or when tested according to USP disintegration testing, while still providing acceptable mouth feel. |