Medicine containers are essential for storing and transporting medications. The three most common types of medicine containers are capsules, vials, and phials. Capsules are small, cylindrical containers made of gelatin or plastic that contain a single dose of medication. Vials are small, cylindrical containers made of glass or plastic that can hold multiple doses of medication. Phials are small, cylindrical containers made of glass or plastic that are used to store single doses of medication. All three types of medicine containers are important for ensuring the safe and effective delivery of medications.