Drug Administration Routes Quiz
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Which administration route results in drugs being absorbed much more rapidly than those administered in solid form?

  • Oral administration (correct)
  • Intravenous administration
  • Topical administration
  • Intramuscular administration
  • What type of preparations are elixirs?

  • Solutions in a sweetened hydroalcoholic vehicle (correct)
  • Preparations for intramuscular injection
  • Solutions in an oil-based vehicle
  • Viscous preparations using a sucrose solution
  • Why do nearly all suspensions need to be shaken before use?

  • To improve the taste of the drug
  • Because they tend to settle (correct)
  • To ensure consistent drug potency
  • To prevent microbial contamination
  • What type of flavorings are added to the non-aqueous components of liquid pharmaceuticals?

    <p>Oil-soluble flavorings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using artificial flavors in liquid pharmaceuticals?

    <p>To mask the taste of the drug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical percentage range for using natural flavors in liquid pharmaceuticals?

    <p>1% to 2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important single cause of drug decomposition?

    <p>Hydrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of medium do bacteria favor for stability?

    <p>Slightly alkaline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism involved in oxidation?

    <p>Loss of hydrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common method for the determination of particle size?

    <p>Microscopy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical method is commonly used for sterilization and preservation?

    <p>Autoclaving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of adding an antimicrobial preservative to liquid and semisolid preparations?

    <p>Prevent microbial contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance does oxidation destroy?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of stability studies in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>Extend shelf life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for pre-formulation studies in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>Enhance stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of sweetening agents in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>Mask bitter taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

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