Oral Forms:

Question 1

Tablet:

Answer 1

Solid, compressed medication taken by mouth

Question 2

Capsule:

Answer 2

Medication enclosed in a gelatin shell (may contain powder or liquid).

Question 3

Liquid (Solution/Syrup):

Answer 3

Medication dissolved in liquid form, often for children or those unable to swallow pills.

Question 4

Suspension:

Answer 4

Liquid with undissolved particles that must be shaken before use (e.g., antibiotics like amoxicillin).

Question 5

Lozenge (Troche):

Answer 5

Dissolves slowly in the mouth (e.g., throat lozenges).