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What is one disadvantage associated with solutions compared to tablets and capsules?
What is one disadvantage associated with solutions compared to tablets and capsules?
- They are easier to swallow.
- They require precise measuring devices for dosing. (correct)
- They provide a rapid onset of action.
- They deliver a uniform dose.
Why is water often considered the ideal solvent in pharmaceutical products?
Why is water often considered the ideal solvent in pharmaceutical products?
- It contains a high level of impurities.
- It is able to dissolve a limited range of materials.
- It exhibits physiological compatibility. (correct)
- It has high toxicity.
Which of the following is true about aqueous solvents?
Which of the following is true about aqueous solvents?
- They dissolve a limited range of drugs.
- They can promote the growth of microorganisms. (correct)
- They have a higher toxicity potential.
- They are less stable than non-aqueous solvents.
What is a benefit of using solutions over other dosage forms?
What is a benefit of using solutions over other dosage forms?
Which type of water has fewer solid impurities and is generally used in pharmaceuticals?
Which type of water has fewer solid impurities and is generally used in pharmaceuticals?
What is a common characteristic of drugs formulated in aqueous solutions?
What is a common characteristic of drugs formulated in aqueous solutions?
What must be done to ensure that medication from a liquid form is taken accurately?
What must be done to ensure that medication from a liquid form is taken accurately?
What is a major drawback of solutions containing certain drugs, like KCl?
What is a major drawback of solutions containing certain drugs, like KCl?
How does the pH of a solution affect the solubility of a weak acid?
How does the pH of a solution affect the solubility of a weak acid?
Which of the following is a property of a surface active agent (SAA) used in solubilization?
Which of the following is a property of a surface active agent (SAA) used in solubilization?
What is complexation in the context of drug solubility?
What is complexation in the context of drug solubility?
What effect does decreasing particle size have on solubility?
What effect does decreasing particle size have on solubility?
Which statement is true regarding the use of non-aqueous solvents?
Which statement is true regarding the use of non-aqueous solvents?
What is one of the methods of preparing purified water?
What is one of the methods of preparing purified water?
What is one of the key advantages of using alcohol as a solvent in pharmacy?
What is one of the key advantages of using alcohol as a solvent in pharmacy?
Which of the following affects the activity of preservatives in a formulation?
Which of the following affects the activity of preservatives in a formulation?
Which type of resin is used in the ion exchange process to remove cations from water?
Which type of resin is used in the ion exchange process to remove cations from water?
What should be done with the first and last portions of distillate in the distillation process?
What should be done with the first and last portions of distillate in the distillation process?
What is hydrotropy?
What is hydrotropy?
What is a potential consequence of using water that is not highly pure for pharmaceutical preparations?
What is a potential consequence of using water that is not highly pure for pharmaceutical preparations?
Which advantage is associated with the ion exchange method of water purification?
Which advantage is associated with the ion exchange method of water purification?
In reverse osmosis, what do we call the water that has passed through the filter membrane?
In reverse osmosis, what do we call the water that has passed through the filter membrane?
What type of exchange do cation exchange resins perform?
What type of exchange do cation exchange resins perform?
Why is distilled water not considered sterile?
Why is distilled water not considered sterile?
What characterizes colloids?
What characterizes colloids?
Which type of solution is specifically for use in the ears?
Which type of solution is specifically for use in the ears?
Which of the following best describes a syrup?
Which of the following best describes a syrup?
What is the main characteristic of emulsions?
What is the main characteristic of emulsions?
In what way are non-aqueous solutions different from aqueous solutions?
In what way are non-aqueous solutions different from aqueous solutions?
What is true about tinctures?
What is true about tinctures?
How are spirits classified?
How are spirits classified?
Which is NOT an advantage of solutions?
Which is NOT an advantage of solutions?
What property allows alcohol to be used as a primary solvent for many organic compounds?
What property allows alcohol to be used as a primary solvent for many organic compounds?
What is the percentage range of C2H5OH in Alcohol, USP?
What is the percentage range of C2H5OH in Alcohol, USP?
What happens to the volume when mixing equal parts of Alcohol and Purified Water?
What happens to the volume when mixing equal parts of Alcohol and Purified Water?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Glycerin?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Glycerin?
How does Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol differ from Ethyl Rubbing Alcohol in terms of composition?
How does Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol differ from Ethyl Rubbing Alcohol in terms of composition?
What is the main use of Rubbing Alcohol at 70% concentration?
What is the main use of Rubbing Alcohol at 70% concentration?
What is a disadvantage of using Alcohol as a solvent for oral products?
What is a disadvantage of using Alcohol as a solvent for oral products?
Which statement is true about Propylene Glycol?
Which statement is true about Propylene Glycol?
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