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Why Are Some Medications Tablets and Others Capsules?

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In this episode, we explore the intriguing reasons behind why some medications come as tablets while others are capsules. Here are the top 5 things we discuss:

  1. The Science Behind Medication Forms: Understand the fundamental differences between tablets and capsules.
  2. Speed of Medication Release: Learn how the desired speed of relief influences whether a medication is a tablet or a capsule.
  3. Protective Benefits of Capsules: Discover how capsules protect certain medications from harsh stomach environments.
  4. Taste and Swallowing Ease: Find out how the taste and ease of swallowing play a crucial role in medication form choice.
  5. Balancing Science and Patient Comfort: Explore the balance pharmaceutical science maintains between effectiveness and patient comfort.

    6. For a more detailed explanation, check out our blog post Tablets vs Capsules: Understanding Medication Forms.

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