Over the Counter Pharmaceutical Containers

What Types Of Pharmaceutical Containers Are Available?

Pharmaceutical products come in many forms, so packaging requirements can vary significantly between applications. SKS offers bottles and containers for liquid medicines, tablets, capsules, vitamins, supplements, first aid products, topical formulations, and other compatible products. Choose from plastic and glass formats in different capacities to create packaging suited to your product quantity, dispensing method, and intended use.

What Products Can Be Packaged In Pharmaceutical Containers?

Pharmaceutical containers could be used for a variety of over-the-counter and health-related products, including vitamins, supplements, liquid remedies, tablets, capsules, first aid products, topical treatments, and other compatible formulations. Bottle size, material, closure, and dispensing method should be selected according to the characteristics of the product and how it will be administered or used.

What Pharmaceutical Bottles Are Best For Tablets And Capsules?

Tablets, capsules, vitamins, and supplements are commonly packaged in bottles that provide enough interior space for the desired count while leaving room for convenient access. Pharmaceutical round bottles and other bottle styles can provide a familiar format for these products, with different capacities available for various quantities. Closure selection should also be considered based on how the product will be accessed and stored.

What Materials Are Available For Pharmaceutical Bottles?

SKS offers pharmaceutical bottle options in materials including PET and HDPE plastic, as well as glass. Material selection can depend on the formulation, desired package appearance, durability requirements, handling preferences, and other product-specific considerations. Testing the actual formulation with the selected container is recommended to confirm compatibility before moving into production.

Are Child Resistant Pharmaceutical Containers Available?

Yes. SKS offers several styles of pharmaceutical packaging with child resistant closure options. Child resistant packaging can add an important layer of protection by making access more difficult for young children while remaining usable by the intended consumer. Product manufacturers are responsible for determining whether child resistant packaging is required for their specific product and verifying that the complete package meets all applicable requirements.

How Do You Select The Right Pharmaceutical Bottle Size?

Start with the quantity of product being sold and how frequently the package will be opened and used. Smaller bottles can be useful for concentrated products, samples, travel sizes, and products intended for limited use, while larger capacities can accommodate products consumed or applied more frequently. The bottle should provide enough capacity for the intended fill while remaining practical to store, handle, label, and dispense.

What Should You Consider When Selecting OTC Pharmaceutical Packaging?

Product formulation should be one of the first considerations when selecting a pharmaceutical container. Evaluate factors such as the ingredients, viscosity, product quantity, dispensing method, container material, closure compatibility, label requirements, storage conditions, and intended use. For products subject to regulatory requirements, manufacturers should also determine the packaging standards applicable to their specific product and market.

Should Pharmaceutical Containers Be Tested With Your Product?

Yes. Compatibility testing can help identify potential issues between the formulation, container, and closure before a larger production run. Evaluate the package for compatibility, dispensing performance, leakage, closure fit, storage conditions, filling, labeling, and overall package integrity using the actual product whenever possible. Additional testing or validation may be appropriate depending on the product and its regulatory requirements.

Can You Buy Pharmaceutical Containers In Bulk?

Yes. SKS Bottle & Packaging offers wholesale pharmaceutical containers in bulk case quantities, with volume-based pallet discounts available on many products. Purchasing in larger quantities could help maintain consistent packaging across production runs and product launches. Product subscriptions are also available for frequently ordered packaging.

How Quickly Can Pharmaceutical Containers Ship?

Most in-stock pharmaceutical containers ship within one business day, helping manufacturers and other businesses replenish packaging inventory and keep production schedules moving.

Can You Order Pharmaceutical Container Samples?

Yes. Free samples are available on most product detail pages, allowing you to evaluate container size, material, closure fit, dispensing, labeling, filling, and overall package performance before purchasing larger quantities. We recommend testing your specific formulation with the selected container and closure before placing a production order.