Aspartame

Aspartame in Medications

Aspartame: A Pharmaceutical Sweetener

Aspartame is used in some medications to improve taste, especially in chewable or dissolvable products.

It does not affect how a medication treats a condition.

What Is Aspartame?

Aspartame is a low-calorie artificial sweetener used in food and pharmaceutical products. In medications, it helps make formulations more palatable.

It may appear under several names.

Why Is Aspartame Used in Medications?

Aspartame is used because it:

  • Improves taste in chewables and liquids
  • Enhances patient compliance
  • Allows sweetness without added sugar

Ingredient Names to Look For

Aspartame may be listed as:

  • Aspartame
  • E951

Where Does Aspartame Appear?

It is commonly found in:

  • Chewable tablets
  • Orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs)
  • Liquid medications

How to Check a Medication’s Ingredient List

Sweeteners may vary between formulations.

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Educational Note

This page provides educational information only and does not make medical claims.