Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms Quiz
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Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of a suppository?

  • To be inserted into the rectum and release the medication (correct)
  • To be inserted into the vagina and melt or dissolve
  • To be dissolved in water and used as a mouthwash
  • To be taken orally as a liquid solution
  • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a solution as a dosage form?

  • The solute molecules are dispersed among the solvent molecules
  • Solutions can be in the form of syrups, elixirs, tinctures, gargles, and nasal solutions
  • The solution is typically an anhydrous and immiscible mixture (correct)
  • A homogeneous mixture of a solute and a solvent
  • What is the primary purpose of a pessary?

  • To be inserted into the rectum and melt or dissolve
  • To be dissolved in water and used as a mouthwash
  • To be inserted into the vagina and melt or dissolve (correct)
  • To be taken orally as a liquid solution
  • Which of the following is a type of solution dosage form?

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

    What is the primary purpose of a nasal solution?

    <p>To be administered to the nasal passages to produce a local or systemic effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a liquid dosage form?

    <p>Solid tablets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which solid dosage form is commonly used due to the economy of preparation and convenience in packaging and dispensing?

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

    What is one advantage of capsules as a solid dosage form?

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

    Which type of powder intended for internal use is usually packaged in individual doses wrapped in paper or sealed sachets?

    <p>Divided powders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of creams that distinguishes aqueous creams?

    <p>Non-greasy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of semi-solid preparation is specifically mentioned for application to the rectum or nasal mucosa?

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

    What advantage do tablets offer patients besides portability and accuracy of dosage?

    <p>Blindness of taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which administration route is suitable for irritant drugs like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs?

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

    What is a disadvantage of rectal administration?

    <p>Not suitable for anal fissures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which administration route allows for sustained drug effects and slow absorption, such as insulin in diabetes?

    <p>Subcutaneous injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of administration is not recommended for very irritant drugs or in cases of diarrhea?

    <p>Rectal suppository</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of administration is the drug directly introduced into the bloodstream?

    <p>Subcutaneous injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major advantage of intravenous injection over other routes of administration?

    <p>Escape first-pass metabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

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