Specification | Description |
Formulation | Tablets, Capsules, Syrup, Injection, Cream, Ointment, Suspension, Powder, Lozenges |
Appearance | Round, Oval, Rectangular (for tablets), Clear, Opaque, or Colored (for liquids) |
Color | White, Yellow, Green, Blue, Transparent, or as per brand-specific formulation |
Size | Varies by form: Tablets (10mm to 20mm), Capsules (10mm to 30mm), Syrups (100ml to 500ml bottles) |
Weight/Volume | Tablets: 50 mg to 1,000 mg per unit, Capsules: 50 mg to 500 mg per unit, Syrups: 100ml to 500ml |
Odor | Odorless, Aromatic, or Medicinal (depending on formulation) |
Taste | Bitter, Sweet, Sour, or Tasteless (depending on the type of medicine) |
Texture | Smooth, Coarse, Creamy, or Gritty (for topical medications) |
Active Ingredient | Varies based on the medicine type (e.g., Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Penicillin) |
Excipients | Starch, Gelatin, Sugar, Preservatives, Colorants, etc. |
Storage Requirements | Store in a cool, dry place; refrigerate (for some liquids); avoid direct sunlight |