Non-Sugar Based Syrups in Pharmaceutical Technology
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Which type of syrup is given to patients suffering from D.M. (hyperglycemia) and patients on low caloric diets?

  • Non-sugar based syrup (correct)
  • Sorbitol syrup
  • Natural gum syrup
  • Synthetic thickening agent syrup

    • Why is glycerin not used in non-sugar based syrups?

  • It is a gluconeogenetic substance (correct)
  • It supports the growth of microorganisms
  • It does not increase viscosity and sweetness
  • It has laxative effects if ingested in large quantities

    • Why do artificial sweeteners need the addition of viscosity enhancers and preservatives?

  • They are not sweet enough on their own
  • They have a very short shelf life
  • They are naturally prone to microbial growth
  • They don't have viscosity or self-preservation (correct)

    • What is the chemical stability of sorbitol?

    <p>Very chemically stable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using sorbitol syrup in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>As a vehicle or carrier for certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is glycerin not used in non-sugar based syrups?

    <p>It is a gluconeogenetic substance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the addition of viscosity enhancers and preservatives to artificial sweeteners?

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

    Why are natural gums like acacia and tragacanth used as viscosity enhancers in syrups?

    <p>They support the growth of microorganisms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical stability of sorbitol?

    <p>Very chemically stable (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is propylene glycol not used in non-sugar based syrups?

    <p>It is a gluconeogenetic substance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is glycerin not used as a preservative in non-sugar based syrups?

    <p>It is a gluconeogenetic substance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for adding viscosity enhancers and preservatives to artificial sweeteners?

    <p>To compensate for the lack of viscosity and self-preservation in artificial sweeteners (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for using sorbitol syrup in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>To act as a vehicle for certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are natural gums like acacia and tragacanth used as viscosity enhancers in syrups?

    <p>They support the growth of microorganisms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of ingesting large quantities of sorbitol syrup?

    <p>It has a laxative effect (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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