NCIt definition : A solid composed of active and/or inert ingredient(s), sweeteners, other flavorings
and mucilage, intended for oral administration.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: A solid preparation containing one or more medicaments, usually in a flavored,
sweetened base which is intended to dissolve or disintegrate slowly in the mouth.
A lollipop is a lozenge on a stick.; EDQM-HC: Solid single-dose preparation intended to be sucked to obtain, usually, a
local effect in the oral cavity and the throat. Lozenges are hard preparations prepared
by moulding. They usually contain flavouring and sweetening agents. Lozenges dissolve
or disintegrate slowly when sucked.;