Dispersible tablets are solid dosage forms designed to disintegrate rapidly when placed in water, forming a uniform suspension that is easy to swallow.
How do they work?
When added to a small amount of water, the tablet breaks down into fine particles within a few minutes. The resulting liquid is then swallowed immediately, ensuring accurate dosing.
Advantages
Easy administration – ideal for children, elderly patients and those with swallowing difficulty
Improved compliance – no need to swallow whole tablets
Accurate dosing – better than crushing tablets manually
Faster onset – quicker disintegration compared to conventional tablets
Common uses
- Pediatric medicines
- Geriatric care
- Patients with dysphagia
- Emergency or outpatient settings where ease of use matters
How to take a dispersible tablet? (Direction to use)
- Add the tablet to the recommended amount of water
- Wait until it fully disperses
- Stir gently if needed
- Drink immediately
- Rinse the glass with a little water and drink to get the full dose
Patient/Care giver Education
Do not swallow the tablet whole unless advised
Use only the specified volume of water
Consume immediately after dispersion
Do not store the prepared suspension
Dispersible tablets turn a tablet into an easy-to-drink medicine, making treatment simpler, safer and more patient-friendly. This dosage form is a great example of how formulation science improves real-world medication adherence.
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