(i) wet-granulating a mixture comprising a directly compressible, water soluble carbohydrate; a directly compressible, water insoluble filler; a beneficial ingredient; and a solvent, to form a wet granulate;

(ii) drying the wet granulate, to produce a directly compressible dry granulate;

(iii) adding one or more ingredients selected from the group consisting of disintegrants, lubricants, water soluble fillers, and water insoluble fillers;

(iv) optionally adding one or more ingredients selected from the group consisting of surface active agents, flavorants, sweeteners, and colorants; and,

(v) compressing, to form the tablet, wherein, when contacted with an aqueous fluid, the tablet disintegrates rapidly to form a suspension, slurry or dispersion.