Dosage Form

Tablet Manufacturing — Film-Coated, Chewable, Effervescent, SR & ER

Bionial manufactures the full spectrum of nutraceutical tablets — from film-coated multivitamins and chewable calcium to sustained-release iron and bi-layer herbal formulations — all under WHO-GMP certification at our Mohali facility.

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What Are Nutraceutical Tablets?

Tablets: The Most Versatile Dosage Form in Nutraceutical Manufacturing

Tablets are compressed solid dosage forms manufactured by applying high mechanical pressure to a granulated or directly compressible blend of active ingredients and excipients. In nutraceutical manufacturing, tablets offer unmatched versatility — they can be formulated as immediate-release, sustained-release, extended-release, chewable, effervescent, sublingual, or orally disintegrating formats. The compression process uses rotary tablet presses equipped with precision punch-and-die tooling that determines the tablet's shape, size, weight, hardness, and surface embossing.

Tablets can incorporate a wider range of active ingredient loads than any other oral solid dosage form, from micro-dose melatonin tablets at 0.5 mg to large-format multivitamin caplets exceeding 1,500 mg. Post-compression, tablets can receive functional coatings — including film coats for moisture protection and brand aesthetics, enteric coats for intestinal targeting, and sustained-release coats for prolonged drug delivery over 8 to 12 hours. This flexibility, combined with lower per-unit manufacturing costs and superior physical stability during storage and transport, makes tablets the dominant dosage form in the Indian nutraceutical industry.

Tablets remain the most cost-effective nutraceutical dosage form, with manufacturing costs 20-30% lower than capsules while offering superior stability and longer shelf life.

Tablet Types

Complete Range of Nutraceutical Tablet Formats

Bionial manufactures every major category of nutraceutical tablet, giving your brand the flexibility to choose the optimal format for each product line, target audience, and therapeutic objective.

Film-Coated Tablets

The industry standard. Thin polymer film (HPMC-based) protects the core from moisture and light, masks taste and odour, and enables custom colour branding. Ideal for multivitamins, calcium, iron, and herbal extracts.

Sugar-Coated Tablets

Multiple layers of sugar-based coating create a smooth, glossy finish with complete taste masking. Suited for bitter Ayurvedic extracts and pediatric-friendly formulations where palatability is critical.

Chewable Tablets

Formulated with food-grade sweeteners (sucralose, stevia, or sugar), flavours, and texturising agents. Available in orange, strawberry, mixed berry, mango, and mint. Ideal for calcium, antacids, and children's vitamins.

Effervescent Tablets

Acid-base reaction (citric acid + sodium bicarbonate) creates a fizzy, pleasant-tasting drink when dissolved in water. Superior absorption for Vitamin C, electrolytes, iron, and multivitamin formulations.

Sustained-Release (SR)

Hydrophilic HPMC matrix controls release rate over 8-12 hours. Reduces dosing frequency and minimises GI side effects. Used for iron, B-vitamins, magnesium, and melatonin.

Extended-Release (ER)

Hydrophobic wax matrix or multi-particulate system for zero-order release kinetics. Maintains steady blood levels for up to 24 hours. Ideal for high-compliance supplement regimens.

Bi-Layer Tablets

Two distinct layers in a single tablet — one immediate-release and one sustained-release, or two incompatible actives separated physically. Advanced rotary press technology.

Orally Disintegrating (ODT)

Disintegrates on the tongue within 30 seconds without water. Superdisintegrants and freeze-dried matrices enable rapid dissolution. Ideal for on-the-go consumers and elderly patients.

Product Overview

Why Choose Tablets for Your Nutraceutical Line?

Tablets offer four fundamental advantages that make them the first choice for the majority of nutraceutical product launches in India. First, cost efficiency: tablet compression is inherently faster and less expensive than encapsulation or softgel manufacturing, translating to 20-30% lower per-unit costs that directly improve your margins. Second, stability: the dense compressed matrix of a tablet provides excellent resistance to moisture, oxygen, and mechanical stress during shipping and storage.

Third, dose flexibility: a single tablet press can produce formats ranging from 100 mg micro-tablets to 1,500 mg large-format caplets, accommodating everything from melatonin micro-doses to high-load calcium and multivitamin products. Fourth, consumer recognition: tablets remain the most familiar supplement format among Indian consumers, requiring no explanation at point of sale and enjoying the highest compliance rates across all age groups.

Key Applications

  • Multivitamin & Multimineral — 26-in-1 daily formulations with active coenzyme B-vitamins, chelated minerals, and probiotics.
  • Calcium & Bone Health — Calcium Citrate Malate + D3 + K2 + Magnesium in film-coated and chewable formats.
  • Iron & Haematinic — Ferrous bisglycinate (Albion TRAACS) with sustained-release technology for zero GI side effects.
  • Herbal & Ayurvedic — Ashwagandha, Triphala, Giloy, Moringa, and Brahmi in film-coated or sugar-coated tablets.
  • Sports & Performance — Creatine, L-Carnitine, BCAA, and pre-workout blends in immediate and sustained-release formats.
Film-coated and chewable tablets manufactured at Bionial Lifesciences WHO-GMP facility in Mohali

Manufacturing Capabilities

End-to-End Tablet Manufacturing at Bionial

Our WHO-GMP certified facility in Mohali, Punjab is equipped for complete tablet manufacturing from raw material receipt through finished goods packaging. Every stage operates under strict in-process controls with full batch documentation.

Granulation & Blending

Wet granulation (rapid mixer granulator + FBD), dry granulation (roller compactor), and direct compression pathways. V-blenders and octagonal blenders ensure uniform content.

Tablet Compression

High-speed rotary tablet presses with output up to 300,000 tablets per hour. Multi-station tooling for round, oval, caplet, and custom shapes with debossing capability.

Film & Enteric Coating

Perforated pan coating systems apply HPMC film coats, enteric coats (Eudragit, HPMCP), sugar coats, and sustained-release coats with uniform thickness control.

Effervescent Line

Dedicated humidity-controlled room for effervescent tablet compression, with moisture levels maintained below 25% RH throughout the manufacturing process.

Blister & Bottle Packing

Alu-alu and PVC-aluminium blister lines, HDPE bottle filling with desiccant insertion, strip packaging, and tube packaging for effervescent tablets.

Quality Control Laboratory

In-house HPLC, dissolution testing (USP Apparatus I-IV), hardness testing, friability, disintegration, weight variation, and microbial limit testing for every batch.

Quality Assurance

Certifications & Quality Standards

Every tablet manufactured at Bionial is produced under strict regulatory compliance, backed by six certifications and rigorous in-process quality checks at every stage of production.

WHO-GMP

World Health Organization Good Manufacturing Practice certified facility

FSSAI

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India licensed manufacturer

AYUSH GMP

Ministry of AYUSH certified for Ayurvedic tablet manufacturing

ISO 22000

Food safety management system certification for entire supply chain

HACCP

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points implemented across all production lines

GLP Compliant

Good Laboratory Practice standards in our quality control laboratory

Tablet Formulations

Ready-to-Manufacture Tablet Formulations

A selection of our 218+ formulations available in tablet format. Each can be customized with your branding, dosage, coating type, and packaging preferences.

Patented APIs

Patented Ingredients Available in Tablet Form

Bionial formulates with 50+ globally patented ingredients. These branded APIs are available in our tablet manufacturing line.

MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 (MK-7)

NattoPharma (Gnosis by Lesaffre)

Clinically proven MK-7 for arterial calcium regulation and bone mineral density. Available in 90-180 mcg tablet dosages.

Albion TRAACS Minerals

Albion Minerals (Balchem)

Chelated mineral forms — Iron Bisglycinate, Magnesium Bisglycinate, Zinc Bisglycinate — with superior absorption and zero GI irritation.

BacoMind Bacopa

Natural Remedies

Standardized Bacopa monnieri extract with 9 bioactives for memory enhancement and cognitive support in tablet form.

Boswellin Super (AKBA-enriched)

Sabinsa Corporation

AKBA-enriched Boswellia serrata extract for joint comfort, inflammation modulation, and respiratory health.

BioPerine Piperine

Sabinsa Corporation

Patented black pepper extract that enhances bioavailability of co-administered nutrients by up to 20x. 5-10 mg per tablet.

Carnipure L-Carnitine

Lonza

Pure L-Carnitine L-Tartrate for fat metabolism, energy production, and sports performance. Available in 500-2000 mg tablets.

OptiZinc Zinc Methionine

InterHealth (Lonza)

Chelated zinc with superior absorption for immune support, skin health, and reproductive wellness.

Selenium SeLECT

Sabinsa Corporation

L-Selenomethionine form of selenium with 90%+ absorption rate for antioxidant protection and thyroid function.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tablet Manufacturing FAQ

What types of tablets does Bionial manufacture?

Bionial manufactures film-coated tablets, sugar-coated tablets, uncoated compressed tablets, chewable tablets, effervescent tablets, sustained-release (SR) tablets, extended-release (ER) tablets, bi-layer tablets, and orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs). Each format is optimised for specific ingredient profiles, release characteristics, and consumer preferences. We also produce custom-shaped tablets with brand debossing.

Can Bionial manufacture sustained-release and extended-release tablets?

Yes. Bionial manufactures both SR and ER tablets using hydrophilic matrix technology (HPMC-based), hydrophobic wax matrices, and multi-particulate systems. SR/ER tablets release their active ingredients gradually over 8 to 12 hours (or up to 24 hours for ER), reducing dosing frequency and improving compliance. This technology is particularly effective for iron (eliminating GI side effects), B-vitamins (sustained energy), magnesium (muscle support), and melatonin (sleep maintenance through the night).

Are chewable tablets available at Bionial?

Yes. Bionial manufactures chewable tablets in a variety of flavours including orange, strawberry, mixed berry, mango, and mint. Our chewable tablets use food-grade sweeteners (sucralose, stevia, or sugar), natural and nature-identical flavours, and texturising excipients to deliver a pleasant chewing experience. They are ideal for pediatric supplements, calcium, multivitamins, antacids, and any product targeting consumers who have difficulty swallowing standard tablets.

What is the minimum order quantity for tablet manufacturing?

Bionial offers a minimum order quantity starting from 1,000 units per SKU for tablet manufacturing. This low MOQ makes us ideal for D2C brands, supplement startups, and clinical trial batches. For larger orders, we offer volume-based pricing with batch sizes up to 1,000,000 tablets per production run. Our standard turnaround is 30 days from purchase order to dispatch, with expedited options available for urgent launches.

Can Bionial produce custom tablet shapes and sizes?

Yes. Bionial manufactures tablets in standard round, oval (caplet), and oblong shapes, as well as custom geometries using dedicated punch-and-die tooling. Tablet weights range from 100 mg (micro-tablets for pediatric use) to 1,500 mg (large-format multivitamin caplets). We also offer debossing and embossing with your brand name, logo, score lines, or product identifier on the tablet surface. Custom tooling typically requires a one-time setup charge and 2-3 weeks lead time for tool fabrication.

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