Pharmaceutics 1: Liquid Dosage Forms Quiz
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Which of the following best describes a solution in pharmaceutical terms?

  • A chemically and physically homogenous mixture of two or more substances with a dispersed phase (solute) and a dispersion medium (solvent). (correct)
  • A mixture in which the solute is present in larger proportion than the solvent.
  • A mixture of large particles suspended in a liquid medium.
  • A mixture of two or more immiscible liquids.

    • What is the advantage of solutions as a dosage form?

  • Less stable than solid dosage forms
  • Rapid absorption (correct)
  • Unpleasant taste
  • Bulky

    • What is a disadvantage of solutions as a dosage form?

  • Measurement depends on the accuracy of the patient (correct)
  • Easy to swallow (Ped., Ger.)
  • Uniform distribution of active ingredients
  • Require a mean of measuring

    • What is the main characteristic that distinguishes solutions from suspensions and emulsions?

    <p>Dispersion medium and dispersed phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of pharmaceutical solutions, what does 'dispersed phase' refer to?

    <p>The component that is dispersed in the solvent</p> Signup and view all the answers

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