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Pessaries: Vaginal Suppositories Quiz

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What are pessaries commonly used for?

Treatment of eye infections

Treatment of infection, vaginal atrophy, and for contraceptive purposes (correct)

Treatment of skin infections

Treatment of respiratory infections

How are pessaries formulated?

Using oil-based substances

Using alcohol-based substances

Using water as the base

Using glycerol-gelatin or PEG bases (correct)

Why may the pH of pessaries be buffered to pH 4.5?

To prevent drug absorption

To enhance drug absorption (correct)

To make them taste better

To make them more visible

Which type of applicator is generally required for the administration of pessaries?

Specific applicator Signup and view all the answers

In what situations might pessaries be used to achieve systemic absorption of therapeutic agents?

When local and systemic treatment are not effective Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of using suppositories like misoprostol for inducing labor?

Ease of administration without need for water or equipment Signup and view all the answers

Why do medications taken via suppository often reach peak blood concentration more quickly than oral dosage forms?

Absence of first pass metabolism in the liver Signup and view all the answers

What precautions should be taken when handling suppositories to avoid complications?

Follow instructions carefully and wash hands before and after usage Signup and view all the answers

Why is local application of suppositories beneficial in terms of duration of action?

It results in prolonged effect by providing sustained drug exposure Signup and view all the answers

What potential side effect might some patients experience during the insertion of suppositories?

Burning or tearing of tissues Signup and view all the answers