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Introduction to Elixirs in Pharmacy

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What is the main purpose of alcohol in an elixir formulation?

Retard crystallization of sugar

Provide a sharpness to the taste

Solubilize the active ingredients (correct)

Preserve the finished product

Why is the lowest alcoholic quantity chosen in an elixir formulation?

To dissolve the active ingredients completely (correct)

To provide sharpness to the taste

To prevent burning taste

To retard crystallization of sugar

Which excipient is commonly used in elixirs to keep essential oils in solution?

BHT

Parabens

Sorbitol

Glycerol (correct)

Why is alcohol often avoided in pediatric elixirs?

Alcohol is not easily tolerated by children Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of chemical stabilizers in elixir formulations?

Make the elixir stable Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of elixirs according to the USP?

Clear, sweetened, hydro alcoholic liquids for oral use Signup and view all the answers

Why is glycerin often added to elixirs?

To enhance the solvent properties and act as a preservative Signup and view all the answers

What determines the concentration of alcohol in elixirs?

Amount required to maintain the drug or volatile oil in solution Signup and view all the answers

What role do non-medicated elixirs play?

Solvents or vehicles for medicated elixirs Signup and view all the answers

Which type of elixir would be used against allergies?

Antihistaminic elixirs Signup and view all the answers

Introduction to Elixirs in Pharmacy

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Questions and Answers

What is the main purpose of alcohol in an elixir formulation?

Why is the lowest alcoholic quantity chosen in an elixir formulation?

Which excipient is commonly used in elixirs to keep essential oils in solution?

Why is alcohol often avoided in pediatric elixirs?

What is the role of chemical stabilizers in elixir formulations?

What is the definition of elixirs according to the USP?

Why is glycerin often added to elixirs?

What determines the concentration of alcohol in elixirs?

What role do non-medicated elixirs play?

Which type of elixir would be used against allergies?

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