Pharmaceutical Cosolvents and Solubility Quiz
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What type of solutions are intended for the topical applications to the skin or oral mucous membranes?

  • Sterile products
  • Ophthalmic solutions
  • Gargles (correct)
  • Enemas
  • Which type of solutions are intended for instillation in the outer ear to treat ear infections?

  • Ophthalmic solutions
  • Nasal solutions
  • Otic solutions (correct)
  • Mouthwash
  • What is a common vehicle used in solutions intended for instillation in the outer ear?

  • Water (correct)
  • Polyols
  • Glycerin
  • Alcohols
  • Which term refers to solutions that are sprayed or instilled into the nose, aiming for isotonicity to prevent irritation in nasal cavities?

    <p>Nasal solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purpose are enemas administered?

    <p>To influence the general system by absorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper way of administration for sterile and isotonic products?

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

    What are aqueous solvent systems used in pharmaceutical solutions?

    <p>Water and other pharmaceutical waters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of solution is classified as an aromatic water?

    <p>Aromatic waters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common route of administration for otic solutions?

    <p>Otic solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of solution is classified as topical?

    <p>Topical solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common route of administration for nasal solutions?

    <p>Nasal solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In processing and administering solutions, which system is applied?

    <p>Two-component system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of therapeutic rinses or washes?

    <p>To act as an antiseptic agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must cosmetic mouthwash be sterile and particle-free?

    <p>To avoid causing bacterial infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of an ophthalmic (eye) solution for instillation in the eye?

    <p>Must be sterile and particle-free</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are oral solutions labeled 'Not for Injection' and 'For irrigation only'?

    <p>To highlight their oral administration route</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body part is commonly targeted by aqueous solutions for irrigation or cleansing purposes?

    <p>Nasal cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are drugs commonly injected into the veins and muscles?

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

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