Emulsions and Formulation Techniques
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What is the primary purpose of adding antioxidants to emulsions?

  • To enhance the color of the emulsion
  • To increase the shelf life of the fragrance
  • To improve the emulsification process
  • To prevent oxidative deterioration during storage (correct)
  • What effect can high concentrations of humectants have on the skin?

  • They can prevent skin irritation
  • They can enhance moisture retention
  • They can stabilize the emulsion's pH
  • They may remove moisture and dehydrate the skin (correct)
  • Which type of emulsion is less susceptible to microbial attack?

  • O/W (oil-in-water) emulsion
  • W/O (water-in-oil) emulsion (correct)
  • All emulsions are equally susceptible
  • None of the above
  • Which of the following is NOT a commonly used preservative in emulsions?

    <p>Sodium bicarbonate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of preservatives in emulsions?

    <p>To resist microbial attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method for formulating emulsions is known as the dry gum method?

    <p>Mixing gum with oil before adding water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Cetostearyl Alcohol in the emulsifying ointment formulation?

    <p>Serves as an emulsifier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient contributes the most weight in the formulation of the emulsifying ointment?

    <p>White soft Paraffin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount of liquid paraffin specified in the 1000g formulation?

    <p>200g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much purified water is needed to produce 100g of the emulsifying ointment?

    <p>Sufficient amount for dilution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the last step in the preparation of the Cetomacrogol Emulsifying Wax?

    <p>Triturating the ingredients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the weight of sodium lauryl sulphate in the emulsifying wax formulation?

    <p>10g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of the dry gum method?

    <p>The oil and emulsifier are mixed together first.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which emulsifier is typically used in the wet gum method?

    <p>Gum Arabic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done at the last stage when using the dry gum method?

    <p>Add any substances that might interfere with stability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Bottle or Forbes bottle method?

    <p>To prepare emulsions of low viscosity substances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the wet gum method considered more difficult to use?

    <p>The oil phase must be added very slowly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the dry gum method, what is the traditional ratio of oil, water, and gum/emulsifiers?

    <p>4:2:1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major limitation of the Bottle or Forbes bottle method?

    <p>It is not suitable for very viscous oils.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens after the primary emulsion is formed in the dry gum method?

    <p>Other ingredients are mixed in and the volume is topped up with water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary ingredient in Zinc Cream for a 50g preparation?

    <p>320 g of Zinc Oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is suggested for preparing Zinc Cream?

    <p>Via trituration with a spatula and glass slab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after heating emulsifying ointment?

    <p>Continue to stir until it cools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount of Emulsifying Wax for a 100g preparation?

    <p>30 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is NOT included in the 100g formulation of Aqueous Cream?

    <p>Liquid Paraffin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended storage method for Zinc Cream?

    <p>In a glass jar with a tight screw cap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much Calcium Hydroxide is required for a 50g preparation of Zinc Cream?

    <p>0.45 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to produce a total of 100g of Aqueous Cream?

    <p>Sufficient to produce 1000g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is common between Emulsifying Ointment and Emulsifying Wax?

    <p>Emulsifying Wax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purpose is the label 'For external use only' recommended?

    <p>To indicate proper usage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is characterized by mixing gum and oil in a dry bottle before adding water?

    <p>Bottle or Forbes bottle method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of humectants in emulsions?

    <p>To reduce evaporation of water during storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary emulsifier commonly used in the wet gum method?

    <p>Gum Arabic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following preservatives is commonly used in emulsions?

    <p>Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ideal additive sequence after a primary emulsion is formed in the dry gum method?

    <p>Add any interfering substances last</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic of o/w emulsions makes them more prone to microbial growth compared to w/o emulsions?

    <p>Higher water content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the sequence of the wet gum method?

    <p>Dissolve emulsifiers in water before adding oil slowly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using the Bottle or Forbes bottle method, what type of substances is this method best suited for?

    <p>Volatile oils or low viscosity oleaginous substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential hazard can result from microbial growth in emulsions?

    <p>Formation of carbon dioxide gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a consequence of adding the oil phase too quickly in emulsification?

    <p>Inadequate emulsion formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is NOT mentioned as a main method for formulating emulsions?

    <p>Hot process method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the roles of antioxidants in emulsions?

    <p>To prevent oxidative deterioration during storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is considered to produce a more stable emulsion but is more difficult to use?

    <p>Wet gum method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a typical ratio of oil, water, and gum/emulsifiers used in both the dry gum and wet gum methods?

    <p>4:2:1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount of White Soft Paraffin in the Emulsifying Ointment formulation per 100g?

    <p>15g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient in the Cetomacrogol Emulsifying Wax formulation requires heating?

    <p>Cetostearyl Alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is NOT included in the 100g formulation of Aqueous Calamine Cream?

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

    How much liquid paraffin is required for the preparation of 100g of Emulsifying Ointment?

    <p>6g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total volume of purified water needed to produce 100g of the Emulsifying Ointment?

    <p>4mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the preparation of Cetomacrogol Emulsifying Wax, what is the last step after trituration?

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

    What is the main role of Zinc Oxide in the formulation of Zinc Cream?

    <p>To offer skin protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is necessary to produce 50g of Zinc Cream?

    <p>Calcium Hydroxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What quantity of Emulsifying Wax is specified for a 100g preparation of the Aqueous Cream?

    <p>30g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What preparation step should be maintained after heating the emulsifying ointment?

    <p>Continue to stir to cool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What storage method is recommended for the Zinc Cream?

    <p>Store in a glass jar with a tight screw cap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is NOT part of the 100g formulation for Emulsifying Ointment?

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

    What is suggested to label on the storage container for the creams discussed?

    <p>For external use only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount of purified water required to produce 100g of Aqueous Cream?

    <p>Sufficient to produce 100g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient serves both as a preservative and an emulsifier in the Aqueous Cream formulation?

    <p>Emulsifying Wax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient tends to have the highest specific weight in the formulation of Emulsifying Ointment?

    <p>White Soft Paraffin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following ingredients can act as a humectant in emulsions?

    <p>Propylene glycol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for including preservatives in emulsions?

    <p>To prevent microbial growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of emulsion formulation involves mixing oil and gum prior to adding water?

    <p>Dry gum method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common antioxidant used in emulsions?

    <p>Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect can the high concentration of humectants have on skin when used in emulsions?

    <p>Remove moisture and dehydrate skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following compounds is considered a quaternary ammonium preservative used in emulsions?

    <p>Benzalkonium chloride</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appropriate amount of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate required for a 100g preparation of Emulsifying Wax?

    <p>0.9 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient serves as the primary source of fat in the Emulsifying Ointment formulation for 100g?

    <p>White Soft Paraffin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the preparation of Emulsifying Ointment, which ingredient requires the largest quantity?

    <p>Liquid Paraffin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process is described as the last step in preparing the Cetomacrogol Emulsifying Wax?

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

    For the 100g preparation of Emulsifying Wax, which ingredient is specified to contain 8.1 g?

    <p>Cetostearyl Alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the dry gum method?

    <p>To create a primary emulsion efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is known for being more difficult but results in a more stable emulsion?

    <p>Wet gum method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the wet gum method, what substance is added to water first?

    <p>Gum/emulsifiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic step unique to the Bottle or Forbes bottle method?

    <p>Shaking the mixture in a dry bottle before adding water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the ratio used in both the dry gum and wet gum methods?

    <p>4 parts oil, 2 parts water, 1 part emulsifier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for the stability of the primary emulsion in the wet gum method?

    <p>Slow incorporation of oil in portions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main emulsifier typically used in the wet gum method?

    <p>Gum Arabic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main storage recommendation for Zinc Cream?

    <p>Store in a glass jar with a tight screw cap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the preparation of emulsifying ointment, what is essential to do after removing it from heat?

    <p>Continue stirring to cool it down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is required in the emulsifying ointment formulation for 30g preparation?

    <p>Emulsifying Wax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total volume of oleic acid needed for a 50g preparation of Zinc Cream?

    <p>5 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial action to prepare zinc cream effectively?

    <p>Make a paste first via trituration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used for preparing the emulsifying ointment?

    <p>An evaporating dish and heated water bath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is not part of the 100g formulation of Aqueous Cream?

    <p>Emulsifying wax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the component shared between the emulsifying ointment and emulsifying wax formulation?

    <p>Emulsifying Wax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which labeling instruction is recommended for creams and ointments?

    <p>For external use only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about antioxidants is true?

    <p>Antioxidants help prevent oxidative deterioration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential negative effect of using humectants in high concentrations?

    <p>They can prevent hydration of the skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of emulsion is generally less susceptible to microbial attack?

    <p>w/o emulsions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT commonly used as a preservative in emulsions?

    <p>Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could happen if bacterial growth occurs in an emulsion?

    <p>It may lead to the production of carbon dioxide gas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common method for formulating emulsions?

    <p>Dry gum method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of Sodium Lauryl Sulphate in the formulations?

    <p>It functions as an emulsifier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total weight of Cetostearyl Alcohol used in the 100g formulation of Emulsifying Wax?

    <p>8.1 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much liquid Paraffin is included in the 100g preparation of Emulsifying Ointment?

    <p>6 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is present in both the Emulsifying Ointment and the Aqueous Cream?

    <p>Cetostearyl Alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required amount of purified water to produce the Emulsifying Ointment?

    <p>Sufficient to produce 100 g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the preparation of the Cetomacrogol Emulsifying Wax, what is the first step mentioned in the process?

    <p>Heating the mixture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the wet gum method in emulsion preparation?

    <p>To ensure a more stable product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the dry gum method, when should substances that might interfere with stability be added?

    <p>At the last practical moment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which emulsifier is commonly used in the wet gum method?

    <p>Gum Arabic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of the Bottle or Forbes bottle method limits its use?

    <p>It cannot be used for very viscous oils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the primary emulsion formation in the dry gum method?

    <p>Emulsifiers and oil are mixed in a dry bottle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the traditional ratio of oil, water, and gum/emulsifiers used in both the dry and wet gum methods?

    <p>4:2:1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant advantage of the wet gum method compared to the dry gum method?

    <p>Better control over emulsion stability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is recommended for emulsions of volatile oils or low viscosity oils?

    <p>Bottle or Forbes bottle method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a spatula and glass slab in the preparation of Zinc Cream?

    <p>To mix the ingredients thoroughly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the preparation of Emulsifying Ointment, what should be done after removing from heat?

    <p>Continue stirring while cooling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient is used in both Emulsifying Ointment and Emulsifying Wax formulations?

    <p>Emulsifying Wax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the required total weight of Emulsifying Wax for preparing 100g of the Aqueous Cream?

    <p>30g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which storage method is recommended for both Zinc Cream and Aqueous Cream?

    <p>Glass jar with a tight screw cap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one crucial instruction given for the preparation of emulsifying ointment?

    <p>Continue stirring while cooling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total amount of Calcium Hydroxide required for a 50g preparation of Zinc Cream?

    <p>0.45g</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following instructions is important for the preparation of Emulsifying Wax?

    <p>Heat is required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of labeling the product with 'For external use only'?

    <p>To warn against ingestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the suggested method for cooling the emulsifying ointment after preparation?

    <p>Stir continuously while cooling</p> Signup and view all the answers

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