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What is the primary purpose of parenteral preparations?

  • To deliver drugs directly into the body bypassing the digestive system (correct)
  • To provide oral medication to enhance absorption
  • To replace intravenous administration with oral dosing
  • To minimize the effects of drug dilution in the bloodstream

    • What advantage does parenteral administration have over oral methods?

  • It provides a slower onset of action as compared to oral routes
  • It bypasses first pass metabolism, ensuring higher bioavailability (correct)
  • It allows for longer drug shelf life
  • It is usually less painful for the patient

    • Under which circumstance is parenteral administration preferred?

  • When the patient prefers to take medications orally
  • When immediate medication effects are required in emergencies (correct)
  • When a patient is stable and conscious
  • When all medications are taken on a fixed schedule

    • Which of the following is a limitation of parenteral drug delivery?

    <p>It can lead to systemic side effects even with localized injections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are some drugs preferred to be administered parenterally?

    <p>They are unstable and may degrade in the gastrointestinal tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason patients might be reluctant to choose parenteral medication?

    <p>They may fear needles or experience pain during injections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the flexibility of dosing with parenterals?

    <p>They allow for easy adjustments based on immediate patient needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common use of intra-articular injections in parenteral administration?

    <p>To provide localized relief through steroid delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'parenteral' primarily refer to?

    <p>Injectable routes of drug administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a pharmaceutical requirement for parenteral dosage forms?

    <p>Sterility assurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary advantage of parenteral drug delivery?

    <p>Direct entry into systemic circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT classified as a potential container for parenteral formulations?

    <p>Aerosol cans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of ophthalmic drug delivery, what must excipients primarily ensure?

    <p>Ocular compatibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Quality control testing for pharmaceutical sterile drug products primarily aims to assess what?

    <p>Physical properties, safety, and sterility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the pharmacokinetics of ocular drug delivery?

    <p>Localized action with limited systemic exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main principles involved in the formulation of parenteral and ophthalmic preparations?

    <p>Utilizing stable, non-toxic excipients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of sterility in pharmaceutical preparations?

    <p>To ensure that the preparation is free of all living organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is most commonly used for sterilizing pharmaceutical preparations that can withstand heat?

    <p>Steam sterilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is sterility especially important for parenteral preparations?

    <p>They are administered directly into the bloodstream, bypassing natural defenses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of products cannot usually tolerate dry heat sterilization?

    <p>Most pharmaceutical products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the features required for a product to be sterilized using steam?

    <p>The product must withstand temperature and moisture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the absence of pyrogens and endotoxins in pharmaceutical preparations indicate?

    <p>The product is sterile and not harmful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about gas sterilization is true?

    <p>It is the preferred method for heat-sensitive products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the requirements for sterility in pharmaceuticals is false?

    <p>Dry heat sterilization is preferred for all products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major advantage of intravenous (IV) drug administration?

    <p>It provides a rapid onset of action.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential limitation of administering drugs via the intravenous route?

    <p>Thrombus formation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following veins is best suited for intravenous therapy?

    <p>Basilic vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which route of administration allows for the administration of medications that may irritate biological tissues?

    <p>Intravenous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might it be simpler for manufacturers to prepare non-sterile medicines?

    <p>They are generally cheaper to produce.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What volume range is typical for intravenous injections?

    <p>0.5 to several liters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about parenteral routes is true?

    <p>Parenteral administration bypasses the digestive system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can lead to thrombus formation during intravenous infusion?

    <p>Touching the vein wall with the catheter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of filtration in water used for pharmaceuticals?

    <p>To reduce the bioburden</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aseptic technique is used to maintain a bacteria-free manufacturing area?

    <p>Using ultraviolet lights and HEPA filters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a principal source of microbial contamination in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment?

    <p>Human beings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for terminal sterilization post-manufacture?

    <p>Sterilization in final sealed containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the resulting pharmaceutical product pass to prove sterilization effectiveness?

    <p>A test for sterility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is preferred for sterilization of parenteral solutions?

    <p>Autoclaving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of the ingredients before their use in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>They should be dissolved in water-for-injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are pyrogens/endotoxins associated with in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>They are substances that may cause contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Parenteral Dosage Forms

    • Parenteral route: derived from Greek words para (outside) and enteron (GIT).
    • Practical definition of parenteral: Injections, bypassing the GIT.
    • USP definition: Preparations intended for injection or implantation, bypassing the alimentary canal, to allow direct administration into blood vessels, organs, or tissues.
    • Advantages of parenteral:
      • Predictable effect and near complete bioavailability
      • Bypasses oral absorption barrier and first-pass metabolism
      • High flexibility for dose adjustment
      • Only available route for many drugs (like protein and peptide drugs, insulin, specific antibiotics, and anticancer compounds).
      • Rapid onset of action, particularly with IV injection
      • Used for patients who are uncooperative, unconscious, or unable to tolerate oral medication
      • Can be utilized for fluid hydration and electrolyte replacement
      • Can provide highly localized effect by targeting specific anatomical areas or organ systems
      • Used when drug instability in the GIT would lead to inactivation
    • Disadvantages of parenteral:
      • Patients may prefer other routes due to pain or stress (needle phobia)
      • Incorrect drug or dose is difficult to counteract once administered parenterally
      • More expensive and complex to manufacture compared to non-sterile preparations
    • Major routes of administration:
      • Intravenous (IV)
      • Intramuscular (IM)
      • Subcutaneous (SC, sub-Q)
    • Other routes of administration:
      • Intradermal (ID)
      • Intraarticular/intrasynovial
      • CNS
      • Intraarterial
      • Intracardiac
      • Intraocular
    • IV route:
      • Delivers drug directly into a vein for rapid and predictable clinical effect
      • Most commonly used parenteral route
      • Nearly all drugs can be administered IV
      • Location: Basilic and cephalic veins on the back of the hand and dorsal forearm
      • Volume: Ranges from 0.5-1mL for injections to several liters for infusions.
      • Advantages:
        • Rapid onset of action
        • Optimal blood levels achieved with accuracy and immediacy
        • Suitable for irritating drugs due to rapid dilution and insensitivity of venous wall
    • IV route limitations:
      • Thrombus formation (blood clot within the blood vessel) caused by slow circulation, blood/vessel wall alteration, or catheter/needle impacting the vein wall.
    • Sterility:
      • Vital requirement as parenteral products bypass natural defense barriers
      • Methods:
        • Steam
        • Dry heat
        • Radiation
        • Gas
        • Filtration
      • Steam sterilization:
        • Method of choice if the product can withstand the required temperature and moisture
        • Applicable to aqueous solutions in sealed containers, bulk solutions, glassware, surgical dressings, and instruments.
        • Filtration is necessary to reduce bioburden in water.
    • Sterility during manufacture:
      • Aseptic technique minimizes contamination from human or extraneous material.
      • Manufacturing area is maintained bacteria-free using ultraviolet lights and HEPA filtered air supply.
      • Disinfectant solutions are filter sterilized as they can be a source of contamination.
      • Human health, hygiene, and training are crucial to prevent contamination.
      • Sterile manufacturing equipment is essential.
    • Sterility post-manufacture:
      • Terminal sterilization is essential in final marketed sealed containers.
      • Method selection depends on the nature of the preparation and ingredients.
      • Sterility testing is required to verify the effectiveness of the method, performance of the equipment, and personnel practices.
    • Flow chart for parenteral solutions preparation:
      • Before manufacture: Required ingredients dissolved in water-for-injection or other solvents.
      • During manufacture: Solutions filtered and aseptically transferred to final containers.
      • Post manufacture: Products sterilized (usually by autoclaving) and tested for sterility.
    • Absence of pyrogens/endotoxins: Essential for parenteral products.
    • Pyrogens/endotoxins:
      • Fever-producing substances that are bacterial or fungal derivatives.
      • Endotoxins are lipopolysaccharides from the cell wall of gram-negative bacteria.
      • They can cause fever, chills, and other systemic reactions upon injection.
      • They have a complex structure that makes them resistant to heat and chemical inactivation.
      • This is why it is crucial to remove pyrogens from all parenteral medications.

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