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What is a common use of rectal suppositories?
Which of the following medications is NOT typically delivered via suppository form?
Which of the following is an example of a vaginal suppository?
Suppositories can be used for which methods of medication delivery?
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What is the main advantage of using suppositories over oral medications?
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Study Notes
Suppositories
- Semisolid dosage form inserted into either the rectum or vagina
- Rectal suppositories are used to deliver medication both systemically and locally
- Systemic medications are absorbed into the bloodstream
- Local medications act directly on the rectal area
- Vaginal suppositories are used to deliver medications locally to the vagina
- Examples of suppositories include:
- Viscéralgine
- Glycerin (Adult Suppositories)
- Diclofenac Sodium - 100 (Diclofenac Sodium suppositories)
- GYNOZOL (200 mg)
- Prontogest
- Elaphylline
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Description
This quiz covers the essential aspects of suppositories, a semisolid dosage form used in medical treatment. It details the uses of rectal and vaginal suppositories, including their systemic and local effects, as well as examples of medication types. Test your knowledge on this delivery method of pharmaceuticals.
