What is the term for a solid dosage form of medication?

The term for a solid dosage form of medication is a tablet. Tablets are a specific type of solid dosage form that contains a mixture of active pharmaceutical ingredients and excipients, compressed into a specific shape. They are designed to dissolve at a specific rate in the digestive tract, allowing for the controlled release of the medication into the bloodstream.

Capsules also represent a solid dosage form, but they are casing made from gelatin that encases a powdered or liquid form of medication, distinguishing them from tablets which do not have a casing. Liquid formulations, on the other hand, are not solid; they include solutions, syrups, and suspensions. Injectables are typically administered via a syringe and also do not fall under the category of solid dosage forms, as they can be liquid or a suspension intended for intramuscular or intravenous administration. Thus, the correct answer focuses specifically on the nature of tablets as solid dosage forms.