Drug Dissolution and Absorption
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Which factor plays an important role in regulating the rate of absorption of orally administered drugs?

  • The properties of the dosage form (correct)
  • The properties of the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API)
  • The rate of drug dissolution
  • The extent of drug absorption
  • Why are solid oral dosage forms preferred for most APIs?

  • They are more stable than liquid counterparts (correct)
  • They are simple to manufacture
  • They are convenient to store
  • They are easy to transport
  • Which process is necessary for the absorption of drugs administered as solid oral dosage forms?

  • Dissolution of the drug product into the gastrointestinal fluid
  • Crossing the cell membrane into the systemic circulation
  • Drug absorption to its site of action
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What is the role of formulations at the point of drug delivery?

    <p>To regulate the rate of absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do orally administered drugs need to be in solution to be absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?

    <p>To reach the systemic circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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