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A pill is any solid dosage form taken by mouth. it could be tablet, capsule, gelcap and caplet etc. A tablet is a dosage form made from compressing powder.

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A pill is a broad term used to describe any form of medication that is taken orally, while a tablet is a specific type of pill that is shaped into a small, flat, round or oval form using compression techniques. Tablets are usually easier to swallow due to their shape and consistency.

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