A formulation comprising a granular composition and an extra-granular composition. The granular composition comprises a plurality of solidified melt granules comprising a continuous phase of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)). The extra-granular composition comprises a wicking agent which is insoluble in water and comprises at least one of an inorganic material, stearic acid or an insoluble salt thereof, a starch material, a cellulose material or a mixture thereof. The formulation does not contain silicon dioxide.