Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dispersible tablet
Noun
/dɪsˈpɜːrsəbl ˈtæblɪt/
Definition
A dispersible tablet is a type of medication that can be easily dissolved in water to form a solution before being taken.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a dispersible tablet to make it easier for her to take her medication.
- After adding the dispersible tablet to the glass of water, it quickly dissolved, allowing for easy consumption.
Meaning
These tablets are designed to disperse and disintegrate quickly when added to water, making them easier to swallow, especially for those who have difficulty with conventional tablets.
Synonyms
- Soluble tablet
- Effervescent tablet
- Orally disintegrating tablet