Liquid Preparations and Solutions Quiz

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Which category of solution contains aromatic materials in a water solvent?

Oral solutions

Elixirs (correct)

Tinctures or fluid extract

Syrups

What is the main characteristic of solutions as a dosage form?

They ensure uniform dosage upon administration (correct)

They provide a slow release of medication

They always contain sugar

They have molecules that are not uniformly dispersed

What purpose do solutions serve in the compounding of Rx or in the formation of other official preparations?

Used as coloring agents for pharmaceutical products

Reagent in various processes

Ingredients for specific therapeutic effect (correct)

Solvents for certain substances

What is the primary solvent used in spirits?

Alcohol Signup and view all the answers

Which pharmaceutical category of solution is applied externally?

Topical solution Signup and view all the answers

Which type of solution is suitable for administration through the ears or nose?

Otic and nasal solution Signup and view all the answers

Which solvent is described as a clear syrupy liquid with a sweet taste and has preservative qualities?

Glycerin USP (Glycerol) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main solvent used in pharmaceutical dispensing or manufacturing?

Water Signup and view all the answers

Which solvent is miscible both with water and alcohol, and is an excellent solvent for tannins, phenol, and boric acid?

Glycerin USP (Glycerol) Signup and view all the answers

Which solution is prepared by reacting two or more solutes with each other in a suitable solvent?

Solution by Chemical reaction Signup and view all the answers

What does Diluted Alcohol NF consist of?

Equal volume of Alcohol USP and purified water Signup and view all the answers

Which solvent is miscible in water, acetone, alcohol, and chloroform?

Propylene Glycol Signup and view all the answers

Which solvent is a good solvent for most inorganic and organic substances?

Water Signup and view all the answers

Which solution is used as a systemic alkalinizer?

Sodium Citrate and Citric acid oral solution Signup and view all the answers

Which solution is used as topical local anti-infective?

Gentian violet solution USP 1% Signup and view all the answers

Which solvent is described as containing about 70% of ethyl alcohol by volume?

Rubbing Alcohol Signup and view all the answers

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