6 Questions
How are most internal medicated powders taken?
Mixed with water
Which form of administration is NOT intended for dry powders packaged for constitution with a liquid solvent?
Topically
For which group is infant formula used to mix internal medicated powders?
Infants
What effects are some internal medicated powders intended to produce when inhaled?
Local and systemic effects
Which of the following is NOT a primary use for commercially packaged dry powders?
Topical application
What is the primary solvent or vehicle used to constitute dry internal powders?
Liquid solvent
Study Notes
Medicated Powders
- Medicated powders can be used internally or externally.
Internal Powders
- Most internal powders are taken orally after mixing with water.
- In infants, internal powders are mixed with infant formulas.
- Some internal powders are intended to be inhaled for local and systemic effects.
- Dry powders are packaged for constitution with a liquid solvent or vehicle.
- These dry powders can be used for:
- Oral administration
- Injections
- Vaginal douches
Learn about medicated powders, their uses, and administration methods. Understand internal and external powders, their preparation, and effects.
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