Dosage forms and packaging
Food supplements are available in a range of forms that vary in shape, size and colour. These include the established dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, lozenges, powders and liquids, and newer forms such as gummies. These concentrated forms deliver a constant controlled amount of ingredients with a nutritional and/or physiological effect to supplement the diet.
During product development, supplement manufacturers consider many factors when selecting the right dosage form. Depending on the composition, supplements may be better suited to certain forms based on, for example, the product’s stability, composition, resistance to gastrointestinal conditions and user experience.
Supplements are widely available through supermarkets, pharmacies, direct selling and many other channels and come in a range of packaging including blister packs, bottles, stick packs and vials.