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What is the primary mechanism by which emulsifying agents stabilize an emulsion?
What is the primary mechanism by which emulsifying agents stabilize an emulsion?
Which characteristic is NOT essential for pharmaceutically acceptable emulsifiers?
Which characteristic is NOT essential for pharmaceutically acceptable emulsifiers?
In the context of emulsifying agents, what role does the formation of an electrical double layer play?
In the context of emulsifying agents, what role does the formation of an electrical double layer play?
Which type of emulsifier is characterized as having a multi-molecular film?
Which type of emulsifier is characterized as having a multi-molecular film?
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What is a key function of synthetic surface active agents in emulsion formulation?
What is a key function of synthetic surface active agents in emulsion formulation?
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What test indicates that an emulsion is o/w type if it shows only spotty fluorescence?
What test indicates that an emulsion is o/w type if it shows only spotty fluorescence?
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For which of the following applications are w/o emulsions typically preferred?
For which of the following applications are w/o emulsions typically preferred?
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Which characteristic of emulsions contributes to their better absorption of medicinal agents?
Which characteristic of emulsions contributes to their better absorption of medicinal agents?
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What change occurs when a filter paper soaked in cobalt chloride solution is dipped into an o/w emulsion?
What change occurs when a filter paper soaked in cobalt chloride solution is dipped into an o/w emulsion?
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Which of the following is NOT an advantage of emulsions used for topical purposes?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of emulsions used for topical purposes?
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Which characteristic is NOT essential for an effective antimicrobial preservative?
Which characteristic is NOT essential for an effective antimicrobial preservative?
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Which of the following is true regarding antioxidants in emulsion stability?
Which of the following is true regarding antioxidants in emulsion stability?
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What is the primary reason for the instability of emulsions?
What is the primary reason for the instability of emulsions?
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Which agent listed is NOT classified as an antimicrobial agent?
Which agent listed is NOT classified as an antimicrobial agent?
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What factor is critical for the performance of an antimicrobial preservative?
What factor is critical for the performance of an antimicrobial preservative?
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Which of these statements about emulsions is accurate?
Which of these statements about emulsions is accurate?
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Which of the following antioxidants is suitable for oral use products?
Which of the following antioxidants is suitable for oral use products?
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Which property is not primarily focused on when selecting a preservative for emulsions?
Which property is not primarily focused on when selecting a preservative for emulsions?
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What characterizes an emulsion in contrast to a suspension?
What characterizes an emulsion in contrast to a suspension?
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Which component is essential for stabilizing an emulsion?
Which component is essential for stabilizing an emulsion?
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What is the role of the external phase in an emulsion?
What is the role of the external phase in an emulsion?
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Which of the following statements about emulsion types is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about emulsion types is incorrect?
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Which of the following best describes an emulsion?
Which of the following best describes an emulsion?
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What happens to an unstable emulsion over time?
What happens to an unstable emulsion over time?
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Which of the following best categorizes emulsions?
Which of the following best categorizes emulsions?
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What distinguishes emulsions from other colloidal systems?
What distinguishes emulsions from other colloidal systems?
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What is the primary cause of flocculation in a dispersed phase?
What is the primary cause of flocculation in a dispersed phase?
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Which factor does NOT influence the extent of flocculation?
Which factor does NOT influence the extent of flocculation?
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What happens to globules during the creaming process?
What happens to globules during the creaming process?
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How can flocculation be prevented in an emulsion?
How can flocculation be prevented in an emulsion?
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Which statement about the reversibility of creaming is true?
Which statement about the reversibility of creaming is true?
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What role does the charge on the globule surface play in flocculation?
What role does the charge on the globule surface play in flocculation?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of physical instability mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of physical instability mentioned?
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What effect does increasing the viscosity of the external medium have on flocculation?
What effect does increasing the viscosity of the external medium have on flocculation?
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What characterizes transduced piezoelectric devices as mentioned in the context?
What characterizes transduced piezoelectric devices as mentioned in the context?
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In which pressure range does the commercial equipment operate when using the principle of the Pohlmn liquid whistle?
In which pressure range does the commercial equipment operate when using the principle of the Pohlmn liquid whistle?
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What is the principle behind the conductivity test for emulsions?
What is the principle behind the conductivity test for emulsions?
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What happens during the dilution test if an oil-in-water (o/w) emulsion is diluted with oil?
What happens during the dilution test if an oil-in-water (o/w) emulsion is diluted with oil?
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What indicates a positive result in the dye-solubility test for o/w emulsions?
What indicates a positive result in the dye-solubility test for o/w emulsions?
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Which materials are involved in the assembly used for the conductivity test?
Which materials are involved in the assembly used for the conductivity test?
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What is the role of ultrasound in the process described?
What is the role of ultrasound in the process described?
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What does the refractive index test measure in emulsions?
What does the refractive index test measure in emulsions?
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Study Notes
Pharmaceutical Emulsions
- Pharmaceutical emulsions are thermodynamically unstable systems, typically consisting of at least two immiscible liquid phases, one dispersed as globules in the other.
- Emulsifying agents stabilize the system.
- The dispersed phase is called the internal or discontinuous phase, while the continuous phase is the external or continuous phase.
- Based on the size of the dispersed phase droplets, emulsions fall into macro and micro categories.
- Macro emulsions have dispersed phase droplets larger than 0.1µm, whereas micro emulsions have smaller droplets (0.01-0.2 mm). Macro emulsions are kinetically stable, while micro emulsions are thermodynamically stable.
- Common types of emulsions include oil-in-water (O/W) and water-in-oil (W/O).
- Pharmaceutical applications include lotions, creams, ointments, and vitamin drops.
Topics Covered (in order)
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Emulsions - Basic Intro:
- Introduction to emulsions
- Types of emulsions
- Classification of emulsions
- Theories of emulsification
- Additives for emulsion formulation
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Stability of Emulsions:
- Physical instability: Creaming, flocculation, coalescence, phase inversion.
- Methods for preventing instability
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Manufacturing of Emulsions:
- Explanatory methods: Extemporaneous (4:2:1 method, Dry Gum method, Wet Gum method, Forbes Bottle method, Auxiliary method)
- Large-scale production methods (techniques like homogenizers, colloid mills, ultrasonifiers)
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Tests for Emulsion Type:
- Dilution test
- Conductivity test
- Dye solubility test
- Refractive index measurement
- Filter paper test
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Pharmaceutical Application:
- Emulsions' use in various dosage forms (oral, parenteral, and topical)
Emulsions (Definition)
- An emulsion is a thermodynamically unstable dispersion of two immiscible liquids, where one liquid is dispersed as small globules throughout the other.
- This instability is countered by an emulsifying agent, which stabilizes the emulsion.
- Emulsions are often described by phases, such as oil-in-water (O/W) or water-in-oil (W/O), depending on which liquid is continuous.
Internal Phase vs. External Phase
- The dispersed liquid is called the internal or discontinuous phase.
- The continuous liquid is called the external or continuous phase.
- An example of an O/W emulsion: Oil droplets are dispersed in a continuous water phase.
- An example of a W/O emulsion: Water droplets are dispersed in a continuous oil phase.
Theories of Emulsification
- Surface Tension Theory: Lowering interfacial tension.
- Oriented Wedge Theory: Mono-layers of emulsifying agents surround droplets.
- Interfacial Film Theory: The emulsifying agent forms a film which prevents contact and coalescing of droplets.
Additives for Emulsion Formulation
- Emulsifying agents
- Antimicrobial preservatives
- Antioxidants
- Auxiliary emulsifiers
Emulsifying Agents
- They prevent coalescence (merging) of dispersed droplets.
- Mechanisms include reduction of interfacial tension, formation of interfacial films, electrical double layers.
- Key traits of acceptable emulsifiers include stability, compatibility with other ingredients, and non-toxicity.
Classification of Emulsifiers
- Synthetic surface active agents (e.g., monomolecular films)
- Semi-synthetic and natural agents (e.g., hydrocolloids)
- Finely divided solid particles (e.g., particulate films)
Synthetic Surface Active Agents
- Reduce interfacial tension to stabilize emulsions.
- Form protective films around dispersed droplets.
- Promote repulsion between droplets. Surfactants are an important type.
Semi-synthetic and Natural Surface Active Agents
- Often hydrocolloids.
- Provide protective sheaths around droplets to stabilize the emulsion.
- Increase viscosity, imparting further stability.
Finely Divided Solid Particles
- Act as physical barriers (films).
- Function by adsorption onto the interfaces of the dispersed droplets to prevent them merging.
Classification of Particulate Films
- Colloidal clays (e.g., bentonite, Veegum)
- Metallic hydroxides (e.g., magnesium hydroxide)
Auxiliary Emulsifiers
- Not capable of forming stable emulsions themselves.
- Act as thickeners, which indirectly promote emulsion stability.
- Provide other vital properties for emulsion formulations (for example, improved palatability).
Antimicrobial Preservatives
- Must be less toxic, stable, and chemically compatible.
- Effective against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts.
- Available as water or oil mixable forms,
- Should not bind to components of the emulsion.
Antioxidants
- Prevent autoxidation (oxidation) reactions.
- Typically used to protect against free radical reactions.
- Examples: Gallic acid, Propyl gallate, Ascorbic acid, Sulphites, L-tocopherol.
Stability of Emulsions
- Various types of instability can occur, including creaming, flocculation, coalescence, and phase inversion.
- Creaming is the movement of droplets due to density differences.
- Flocculation is the aggregation or clustering of the dispersed droplets.
- Coalescence is the merging of the droplets.
- Phase inversion is a change from one type of emulsion (e.g., o/w) to another (e.g., w/o.)
Tests for Determining Emulsion Type
- Dilution test: Determining whether the emulsion breaks apart after adding water or oil.
- Conductivity test: Determining water content of the external phase.
- Dye solubility test: Observing whether the dye dissolves in the internal or external phase.
- Refractive index measurement
- Filter paper test
Manufacturing of Emulsions (Methods)
- Explanatory and large-scale manufacturing techniques.
- Extemporaneous methods include 4:2:1 method, Dry Gum method, Wet Gum method, Forbes Bottle method, and Auxiliary method
- Large-scale methods use homogenizers, colloid mills, or ultrasonifiers.
Pharmaceutical Applications of Emulsions
- Emulsions offer advantages for better patient acceptance, mask bitter taste, enhance absorption, etc.
- Examples of emulsion types used for different routes of administration (oral, intravenous, topical).
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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of pharmaceutical emulsions, including types and classifications. Learn about the roles of emulsifying agents, and the differences between macro and micro emulsions. Explore the applications of emulsions in various pharmaceutical products like lotions and ointments.
