Gummies are flavoured, gelatin based chewables & any number of medications can be put in them. They can be good options for children who are resistant to taking any medication or anything that looks or tastes like a medication.
A troche (pronounced trOh-key) is a small medicated lozenge designed to dissolve. It can be a hard lozenge (i.e. cough drop) or a soft gelatin (i.e. a gummy) meant to dissolve slowly in the mouth. Troches have unlimited uses in individuals who have difficulty swallowing. Bio-Identical Hormones & some other medications can also be given in troche form because they can be absorbed through the lining of the cheek.
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