Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms Quiz

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?

Syrups Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a nasal solution?

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

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

Solid tablets 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?

Tablets Signup and view all the answers

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

Tasteless 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?

Divided powders Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of creams that distinguishes aqueous creams?

Non-greasy Signup and view all the answers

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

Ointments Signup and view all the answers

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

Blindness of taste Signup and view all the answers

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

Oral Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of rectal administration?

Not suitable for anal fissures Signup and view all the answers

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

Subcutaneous injection Signup and view all the answers

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

Rectal suppository Signup and view all the answers

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