Pharmaceutical Product Contamination Quiz
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Why is the presence of microorganisms in pharmaceuticals a problem?

  • They improve the aesthetic appeal of the product
  • They enhance the active pharmaceutical ingredient
  • They decrease the need for product recall
  • They represent an infection hazard (correct)
  • What is the primary reason for controlling the microbial content of non-sterile pharmaceuticals?

  • To reduce the need for product recall
  • To protect from infection risk (correct)
  • To enhance the aesthetic appeal
  • To ensure chemical stability
  • What is the purpose of setting stringent limits for the presence of microorganisms in non-sterile pharmaceuticals?

  • To ensure low bioburden in finished dosage forms (correct)
  • To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the product
  • To increase the effectiveness of the active pharmaceutical ingredient
  • To reduce the need for hygienic manufacture
  • Who sets the limits for the presence of microorganisms in non-sterile pharmaceuticals in Europe?

    <p>European Pharmacopoeia Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the potential consequences of microbial contamination in pharmaceutical products?

    <p>Product recall, adverse publicity, litigation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the presence of microorganisms in pharmaceuticals a problem?

    <p>They may degrade the active pharmaceutical ingredient, making it inactive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for controlling the microbial content of non-sterile pharmaceuticals?

    <p>To reduce the risk of infection and spoilage during use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may result from the presence of microorganisms in pharmaceutical products?

    <p>Product recall and adverse publicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of setting stringent limits for the presence of microorganisms in non-sterile pharmaceuticals?

    <p>To ensure a low bioburden of finished dosage forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What represents an infection hazard in pharmaceuticals?

    <p>The presence of microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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