Drug Substance Presentation and Conversion to Dosage Forms
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Which of the following is NOT a form of skin preparation mentioned in the text?

  • Lozenges (correct)
  • Ointments
  • Creams
  • Liniments

Which type of liquid administration is used for gargles and throat paints?

  • Mouthwashes (correct)
  • Lotions
  • Collodions
  • Liniments

What is the function of poultices according to the text?

  • Reduce inflammation on the skin (correct)
  • Used externally on the hair
  • Administered into body cavities
  • Medicate mouth and throat

Which form of solid dosage contains finely divided particles in micron size?

<p>Powders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates suppositories from tablets and capsules?

<p>They are inserted into body cavities other than the mouth. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key desirable property of a dosage form?

<p>Being economical and elegant (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to convert drug substances into dosage forms?

<p>To ensure accurate dosing and optimal drug action (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which physical state classification includes tablets and capsules?

<p>Unit solid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are solids, liquids, and semi-solids used as presentations for drug substances?

<p>To increase flexibility in drug strength (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting drugs to dosage forms according to the text?

<p>To ensure predictable duration of action (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to convert drugs into dosage forms according to the text?

<p>To achieve accurate dosing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which desirable property of a dosage form is crucial for patient compliance according to the text?

<p>Predictable drug release (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of sustained release medications as per the text?

<p>Optimal drug action (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which physical state classification includes cream, paste, and ointment according to the text?

<p>Solid - Bulk dosage form (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes biphasic liquids like emulsions from monophasic liquids in drug formulations?

<p>They involve two immiscible phases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of liquid administration is meant for douches and enemas?

<p>Gargles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which solid dosage form contains drugs enclosed in a gelatin capsule?

<p>Cachets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of preparation is used externally on the skin to reduce inflammation?

<p>Ointments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which category do syrups, elixirs, and magmas fall under?

<p>Oral preparations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of liquid administration is used for external application on the skin?

<p>Liniments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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