gummy gel lozenges began to be used as a dosage form after gummy
bears and worms became very popular as a candy for children. The gummy base can
be formulated in the lab or pharmacy using glycerin and gelatin, but it does require
some effort to heat the mixture for the proper length of time and add the correct
amount of flavorings to mask the bitter taste of glycerin. A simpler way to prepare
gummy gel lozenges is to use a commercial gummy gel base (available from compounding
supply companies) or actual gummy bears, which can be melted in a
beaker and a water bath, and add the active ingredients. The liquid can then be
placed into molds to solidify because the flavorings and color are already present.