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What is the alcohol content range in elixirs?
What is the alcohol content range in elixirs?
- 5 to 10% (correct)
- 3 to 5%
- 15 to 20%
- 10 to 15%
How do elixirs compare with syrups in terms of sweetness and viscosity?
How do elixirs compare with syrups in terms of sweetness and viscosity?
- Elixirs are equally sweet but less viscous than syrups
- Elixirs are less sweet but more viscous than syrups
- Elixirs are usually sweeter and more viscous than syrups
- Elixirs are usually less sweet and less viscous than syrups (correct)
Why are elixirs preferred over syrups?
Why are elixirs preferred over syrups?
- Due to their better masking of medicinal drug taste
- Due to their lower alcoholic content
- Due to their higher sweetness and viscosity
- Due to their stable characteristics and ease of preparation (correct)
What advantage do elixirs offer for patients with difficulty in swallowing solid forms?
What advantage do elixirs offer for patients with difficulty in swallowing solid forms?
Why are elixirs not suitable for children and adults who avoid alcohol?
Why are elixirs not suitable for children and adults who avoid alcohol?