33 Questions
What is the primary focus of the Compounding Resources Drake course?
Introductory compounding bootcamp
Which organization provides guidance on compounding practices in the United States?
United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
What is the title of the textbook used in the laboratory course?
The Art, Science, and Technology of Pharmaceutical Compounding
What is the percentage of Triamcinolone in the ointment?
0.1%
What is the ratio strength of Sodium bicarbonate?
1:11.9
What is the weight of Triamcinolone powder to be weighed?
0.06 g
What is the volume of Sodium bicarbonate in 100 mL of the product?
8.4 g
What is the next step after drawing up propylene glycol in the preparation of Triamcinolone ointment?
Placing a couple drops of propylene glycol on the powder
What is the purpose of geometric dilution in the preparation of Triamcinolone ointment?
To incorporate the base with the paste
What is the primary purpose of emollients in topical preparations?
Provide skin with hydration and soften skin surface
What is an advantage of using topical preparations over oral medications?
Avoids first-pass effect and allows for extended therapy
What is a potential disadvantage of using topical preparations?
Some patients may develop contact dermatitis
What is the purpose of protective preparations in topical formulations?
To protect skin from external factors such as moisture, air, sun, and chemicals
Why are topical preparations helpful when other routes of administration are not available?
Because they are non-invasive and avoid the GI tract
What is an important counseling point for patients using compounded topical formulations?
To apply the formulation to the affected area only
What is a common limitation of using compounded topical formulations?
Ability to deliver limited amounts of active ingredients
What is the primary purpose of emollients in topical preparations?
To provide hydration and soften the skin surface
What is a common advantage of using topical preparations over oral medications?
Avoids the GI tract
What is the primary purpose of protective preparations in topical formulations?
To protect the skin from external factors
What is a potential disadvantage of using compounded ointments?
Some patients develop contact dermatitis
What is a common application of compounded topical formulations?
Both local and systemic effects
What is the primary difference between oil-in-water (o/w) and water-in-oil (w/o) emulsions?
The direction of the dispersion of one liquid phase in another
Which of the following is a common example of a suspending vehicle in a cream formulation?
Methylcellulose
What is the primary purpose of a base vehicle in a compounded ointment formulation?
To provide a lubricating function
What is the maximum Beyond Use Date (BUD) for non-preserved aqueous dosage forms?
14 days
Which of the following is a common example of an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in a compounded ointment?
Triamcinolone
What is the primary purpose of a preservative in a compounded cream formulation?
To prevent the growth of microorganisms
What is the primary function of a wetting agent in a pharmaceutical compounding formulation?
To facilitate uniform mixing of the active ingredient into the base
What is a characteristic of an ointment formulation?
It has a semi-solid consistency
What is the primary difference between a cream and an ointment?
The vehicle used to deliver the active ingredient
What is the role of the base in a compounded formulation?
To facilitate the incorporation of the active ingredient
What is an example of a dermatological condition that may be treated with a compounded ointment or cream?
Psoriasis
What is a common use of compounded ointments and creams in veterinary medicine?
Topical pain management
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