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Pharmaceutical Solutions Dosage Forms Quiz
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Pharmaceutical Solutions Dosage Forms Quiz

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of pharmaceutical solutions?

  • They are more quickly effective than tablets and capsules
  • They dilute the irritant action of some drugs
  • They give a uniform dose than suspension because no need for shaking
  • Unpleasant taste or odor are difficult to mask (correct)
  • In which of the following routes of administration are syrups, elixirs, and drops used?

  • In mouth and throat
  • On body surfaces
  • In body cavities
  • Orally (correct)
  • What problem of drugs in solution dosage forms can be initiated by heat, light, peroxides, or heavy metals?

  • Autoxidation (correct)
  • Bulky to carry around
  • Less stable than solid dosage forms
  • Unpleasant taste or odor
  • Which of the following is an advantage of pharmaceutical solutions related to swallowing difficulty in children and some adults?

    <p>Easy to swallow as children and some adults have difficulty in swallowing solid tablets and capsules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a disadvantage of pharmaceutical solutions related to stability?

    <p>They are less stable than solid dosage forms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the problems associated with pharmaceutical solutions being bulky to carry around?

    <p>They are bulky to carry around</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What problem can arise due to hydrolysis in pharmaceutical solutions?

    <p>Decreased stability in aqueous medium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be used to minimize the effect of trace metals in pharmaceutical solutions?

    <p>Citric acid or EDTA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should plastic containers not be used if a light-resistant container is specified?

    <p>They may alter product pH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be carriers of bacteria that ultimately contaminate pharmaceutical products?

    <p>Surfactants, sugars, and flavors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do bacteria grow well in pharmaceutical equipment?

    <p>Nooks and crevices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important carrier of contaminants contributing to product contamination?

    <p>Hands and hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of preservative is effective in acid media due to its non-ionized form?

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

    What is the concentration range for benzoic acid as a preservative?

    <p>0.1% to 0.5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which esters are employed at concentrations up to 0.2% as preservatives?

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

    What is propylene glycol used as in pharmaceutical preparations?

    <p>Solvent in oral solutions and topical preparations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Disadvantages of Pharmaceutical Solutions

    • Instability of drugs in solution dosage forms can be initiated by heat, light, peroxides, or heavy metals.
    • Pharmaceutical solutions can be bulky to carry around, which can be a problem.
    • Solutions can be susceptible to hydrolysis, which can lead to degradation.

    Advantages of Pharmaceutical Solutions

    • Pharmaceutical solutions can be an advantage for people with swallowing difficulties, such as children and some adults.

    Routes of Administration

    • Syrups, elixirs, and drops are used in the oral route of administration.

    Stability Issues

    • Pharmaceutical solutions can be prone to degradation due to stability issues, which is a disadvantage.

    Minimizing Contamination

    • Chelating agents can be used to minimize the effect of trace metals in pharmaceutical solutions.
    • Plastic containers should not be used if a light-resistant container is specified, as they may allow light to penetrate and affect the solution.
    • Water and other liquids can be carriers of bacteria that ultimately contaminate pharmaceutical products.
    • Moist areas, such as pipes and valves, are where bacteria grow well in pharmaceutical equipment.
    • People are the most important carrier of contaminants contributing to product contamination.

    Preservatives

    • Benzoic acid is a type of preservative that is effective in acid media due to its non-ionized form, and is used in a concentration range of 0.05-0.1%.
    • Paraben esters are employed at concentrations up to 0.2% as preservatives.
    • Propylene glycol is used as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in pharmaceutical preparations.

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    Test your knowledge about pharmaceutical solutions, including their formulation for different routes of administration and advantages. Learn about dosage forms such as syrups, drops, mouth washes, douches, and their benefits.

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