Challenges associated with conventional oral drug delivery include difficulty swallowing, first-pass metabolism, and adverse side effects, among others. These limitations contribute to reduced patient compliance, decreased drug bioavailability, and a longer onset of action. With customized pharmacotherapy on the rise, compounding pharmacists have the opportunity to provide patients with alternatives to traditional routes of drug delivery in order to help improve effectiveness and better suit patient needs.

Oral mucosal drug delivery involves the administration of certain dosage forms via the oral mucosa for direct entry into systemic circulation. This route of administration provides many benefits but also faces certain challenges, such as drug permeation. In this webinar, participants will review the benefits and challenges associated with oral mucosal drug delivery followed by an evaluation of commonly used dosage forms. Participants will then delve into various compounding opportunities and applications in niche markets, such as hormone restoration therapy and erectile dysfunction.