Table 2.
Floating properties of LVF mini-tablets.
| Formula | Floating lag time | Total floating time (h) |
|---|---|---|
| HPMC K100M Efferv. (F1) | 1 s | >24 |
| HPMC K100M: Carbopol (1:1) (F2) | 30 min | 2 |
| HPMC K100M: Carbopol (1:1), Efferv. (F3) | 1 s | 8 (after 24 h half are below, half were suspended in the middle) |
| HPMC K100M: Carbopol (2:1) (F4) | 20 min | >24 (11 floated while 3 sank) |
| HPMC K100M: Carbopol (2:1), Efferv. (F5) | 1 s | >24 |
Efferv.: containing effervescent mixture.