Capsule

usgb/ˈkæpsl,ˈkæpsuːl/
noun

A small case or container, especially round or oval, often filled with medicine.

Take one capsule after each meal.
Visual representation of "capsule" - A small case or container, especially round or oval, often filled with medicine.

Often appears as...

  • medicine capsule
  • capsule shell
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Dosage Form

Capsule refers to a specific form of medicine; it's not a liquid or a cream.

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The doctor prescribed antibiotic capsules for the infection.
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Not Chewable

Medicine capsules should be swallowed whole, not chewed open.

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Swallow the capsule with a full glass of water.
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Encapsulation

A capsule's shell encases its contents to protect them until they're ingested.

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The gelatin capsule ensures the medicine absorbs properly.
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