10 Questions
What characterizes chronic inflammation?
Infiltration with mononuclear cells, tissue destruction, and repair
What can lead to the development of chronic inflammation?
Progression of acute inflammation
Which infections can lead to chronic inflammation?
Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Treponema pallidum, and certain viruses and fungi
What is a characteristic feature of chronic inflammation?
Tissue destruction induced by the products of inflammatory cells
What type of cells are involved in chronic inflammation?
Macrophages, lymphocytes, and plasma cells
Elixirs are usually more viscous than syrups.
False
Elixirs are better able than aqueous syrups to maintain both water-soluble and alcohol-soluble components in solution.
True
Nonmedicated elixirs are employed as vehicles.
True
All elixirs contain flavorings to increase their palatability.
True
Other solvents, such as glycerin and propylene glycol, are not frequently employed in elixirs as adjunctive solvents.
False
Study Notes
Elixirs
- Elixirs are clear, sweetened hydroalcoholic solutions intended for oral use, flavored to enhance their palatability.
- Nonmedicated elixirs are used as vehicles, while medicated elixirs are used for the therapeutic effect of the medicinal substances they contain.
- Compared to syrups, elixirs are usually less sweet and less viscous.
Characteristics of Elixirs
- Elixirs are better able to maintain both water-soluble and alcohol-soluble components in solution.
- Each elixir requires a specific blend of alcohol and water to maintain all components in solution.
- Solvents like glycerin and propylene glycol are often used as adjunctive solvents in elixirs, in addition to alcohol and water.
Sweeteners and Flavorings
- Many elixirs are sweetened with sucrose or sucrose syrup, while some use sorbitol, glycerin, and/or artificial sweeteners.
- All elixirs contain flavorings to increase their palatability, and most have coloring agents to enhance their appearance.
Test your knowledge of chronic inflammation with this quiz. Explore the characteristics and features of chronic inflammation, including infiltration with mononuclear cells and tissue destruction.
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