5 Questions
Which process refers to the breakdown of a drug into smaller particles in order to increase its surface area and enhance dissolution?
Levigation
Which term is used to describe the time it takes for a drug to pass through the gastrointestinal tract?
Mean Intestinal Transit Time
What is the primary objective of differentiating a powder from a granule?
To identify the appropriate dosage form for the drug
Which method is used for the preparation of medicated powders that involves the use of heat to fuse the drug and excipients together?
Fusion method
What is the term used to describe the minimum concentration of a drug in the plasma required to produce a therapeutic effect?
Minimal effect concentration
This quiz, presented by Assistant Professor Ting-Lun Yang, explores the topics of first pass metabolism, in vivo drug absorption process, plasma drug concentration-time profile, and more. Test your knowledge on these important concepts in pharmaceutical science.
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