“…2,4,5) Hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose (HPMC) is one of the most general hydrophilic polymers, which is extensively used in many fields owing to its ease of use, excellent film-forming ability, good biocompatibility and biodegradability. 6,7) In addition, HPMC has been displayed to possess hydrogel-forming properties, which are essential for mucoadhesion, and it also has rapid swelling due to high water absorbing capacity, including displaying moderate mucoadhesive properties as well. 4,8) Hence, HPMC is a popular hydrophilic polymer used in the formulation of mucoadhesive films.…”