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What does 'dosage form' refer to?
What does 'dosage form' refer to?
- The mechanism of action of a drug
- The manufacturing process of a drug
- The physical form in which a drug is produced and dispensed (correct)
- The chemical structure of a drug
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a dosage form?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of a dosage form?
- To ensure accurate and safe delivery of the drug to the patient (correct)
- To alter the chemical composition of the drug
- To enhance the taste of the drug
- To increase the manufacturing cost of the drug
What role does dosage form play in drug administration?
What role does dosage form play in drug administration?
- It can affect the rate and extent of drug absorption in the body (correct)
- It has no impact on how the drug works in the body
- It only affects the packaging of the drug
- It primarily influences the color and shape of the drug
True or false: Dosage form refers to the physical form of a drug for administration, such as a tablet or injection?
True or false: Dosage form refers to the physical form of a drug for administration, such as a tablet or injection?
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True or false: The dosage form of a drug does not affect its absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion in the body?
True or false: The dosage form of a drug does not affect its absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion in the body?
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True or false: Different dosage forms of the same drug can result in variations in the onset of action and duration of effect?
True or false: Different dosage forms of the same drug can result in variations in the onset of action and duration of effect?
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