Emulsion Dosage Form

Definition 1

A semi-solid composed of at least two immiscible liquids, one of which is dispersed as droplets within the other liquid, and stabilized with one or more emulsifying agents. (NCI Thesaurus)

Definition 2

A dosage form consisting of a two-phase system comprised of at least two immiscible liquids (1), one of which is dispersed as droplets (internal or dispersed phase) within the other liquid (external or continuous phase), generally stabilized with one or more emulsifying agents. Note 1: A liquid is pourable; it flows and conforms to its container at room temperature. It displays Newtonian or pseudoplastic flow behavior. Note 2: Emulsion is used as a dosage form term unless a more specific term is applicable, e.g. cream, lotion, ointment. (NCI Thesaurus/CDISC)

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