ABSTRACT
This chapter introduces oral formulations. It briefly discusses different oral formulations, including: tablet and capsule, liquid, buccal, sublingual, gum/lozenge and granules/powders. It provides key practice points associated with these formulations, including practice points around supply, storage and safe and effective medicines administration techniques. Medicines administration techniques and patient advice points are provided for each commonly used oral formulation, using a stepwise, easy-to-follow approach. These pertinent practical points and stepwise instructions are a valuable reference for: pre-registration and qualified pharmacists, trainee and qualified nurses, medical students, doctors, healthcare assistants and pharmacy support staff, both in learning environments and also when counselling and advising patients on the optimal (safe and effective) use of oral medicines.
