Capsules: meaning, definitions and examples

medication

Small containers made of gelatin or other substances containing a dose of medicine or a vitamin, typically for oral consumption.

gel caps, pills, tablets.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
capsules	Used to describe medications or supplements that come in a form with a hard gelatin shell enclosing the medicine. Often easier to swallow and can conceal taste. The doctor prescribed some capsules for my stomach issues Vitamin E capsules are great for your skin

Examples of usage

• Take two capsules with water after meals.

• She needs to refill her prescription for the capsules.

• The doctor prescribed antibiotic capsules for the infection.

• The capsules are easy to swallow.

• I always carry a few capsules in my purse.