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What is the primary purpose of an elixir?

To be taken orally for medical purposes (correct)

To be inhaled for medical purposes

To be injected for medical purposes

To be applied topically for medical purposes

What is the etymology of the word 'elixir'?

Arabic al-ʾiksīr (الإكسير) from Greek xērion (ξήριον) (correct)

Latin al-ʾiksīr (الإكسير) from Arabic xērion (ξήριον)

Greek al-ʾiksīr (الإكسير) from Latin xērion (ξήριον)

Arabic xērion (ξήριον) from Latin al-ʾiksīr (الإكسير)

What are non-medicated elixirs used for?

Solvents or vehicles for the preparation of medicated elixirs (correct)

Topical application for medicinal purposes

Direct consumption for medicinal purposes

Inhalation for medicinal purposes

What did elixir primarily mean for centuries?

An ingredient used in alchemy Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical percentage of ethyl alcohol in non-medicated elixirs?

15–⁠50% by volume Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'elixir' refer to in the context of pharmaceutical preparations?

A sweet liquid used for medical purposes, to be taken orally and intended to cure one's illness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymological origin of the word 'elixir'?

The word was introduced in late Middle English, through Latin from Arabic al-ʾiksīr (الإكسير), which in turn is the Arabization of Greek xērion (ξήριον) 'powder for drying wounds' (from ξηρός xēros 'dry'). Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary meaning of the term 'elixir' for centuries in the context of alchemy?

Elixir primarily meant an ingredient used in alchemy, either referring to a liquid which purportedly converts lead to gold, or a substance or liquid which is believed to cure all ills and give eternal life. Signup and view all the answers

What are the typical types of non-medicated elixirs?

Aromatic elixirs (USP), isoalcoholic elixirs (NF), and compound benzaldehyde elixirs (NF) are the typical types of non-medicated elixirs. Signup and view all the answers

What are non-medicated elixirs used for?

Non-medicated elixirs are used as solvents or vehicles for the preparation of medicated elixirs. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definition of Elixir

An elixir is a sweet liquid used for medical purposes, taken orally to cure illnesses.
It contains at least one active ingredient designed to be taken orally.

Etymology of the Word "Elixir"

The word "elixir" was introduced in late Middle English.
It came from Latin, which in turn came from Arabic "al-ʾiksīr" (الإكسير).
The Arabic word is a derivation of Greek "xērion" (ξήριον), meaning "powder for drying wounds".
The Greek word "xērion" comes from "ξηρός" (xēros), meaning "dry".

Historical Meaning of Elixir

For centuries, an elixir primarily referred to an ingredient used in alchemy.
It was believed to have the power to convert lead to gold or cure all ills and grant eternal life.

Types of Elixirs

Non-Medicated Elixirs

Used as solvents or vehicles for preparing medicated elixirs.
Active ingredients are dissolved in a 15-50% by volume solution of ethyl alcohol.
Examples include:
- Aromatic elixirs (USP)
- Isoalcoholic elixirs (NF)
- Compound benzaldehyde elixirs (NF)

Medicated Elixirs

Contain active ingredients designed to cure illnesses.
Details of medicated elixirs are not specified.

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Test your knowledge of elixirs with this quiz! Explore the history, uses, and ingredients of these sweet medicinal liquids. Learn about the etymology of the word and its origins from Arabic and Greek.