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Which factor plays an important role in regulating the rate of absorption of orally administered drugs?
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?
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?
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?
What is the role of formulations at the point of drug delivery?
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Why do orally administered drugs need to be in solution to be absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?
Why do orally administered drugs need to be in solution to be absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract?
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