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Ointment Base Selection Quiz

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What is the primary consideration for selecting an ointment base for a dry skin condition like psoriasis?

The effect of the drug on the viscosity of the ointment base

The ability of the ointment to occlude the site and retain moisture (correct)

The desired release rate of the drug substance from the ointment base

The desire for easy removal of the base by washing with water

What factor is crucial for drug release from the ointment base?

Particle size and shape of the therapeutic agent

Solubility of the therapeutic agent within the formulation (correct)

Chemical composition of the ointment base

Viscosity of the ointment base

Which type of formulation may lead to drug degradation and shortened shelf-life for a hydrolyzable therapeutic agent?

Hydrophobic ointment bases

Occlusive ointment bases

Water-based formulations

O/W creams (correct)

What is the primary factor determining the effect of the drug on the viscosity of the ointment base?

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What factor is important when there is a desire for occlusion of moisture from the skin?

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Ointment Base Selection Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary consideration for selecting an ointment base for a dry skin condition like psoriasis?

What factor is crucial for drug release from the ointment base?

Which type of formulation may lead to drug degradation and shortened shelf-life for a hydrolyzable therapeutic agent?

What is the primary factor determining the effect of the drug on the viscosity of the ointment base?

What factor is important when there is a desire for occlusion of moisture from the skin?

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