10 Questions
What size range characterizes coarse dispersions such as suspensions and emulsions?
10 to 50 μm
What is the main advantage of using a pharmaceutical suspension?
Enhanced chemical stability of the drug
What is the dispersed phase in a pharmaceutical suspension?
Insoluble solid particles
What is an ideal property desired in a pharmaceutical suspension?
Improved bioavailability
What is a disadvantage associated with pharmaceutical suspensions?
Handling and transport challenges due to bulkiness
What is the definition of liquid dosage forms?
Homogeneous liquid preparations containing one or more active ingredients with or without additives dissolved or dispersed in a suitable vehicle
Which type of liquid dosage form is prepared by dissolving the active ingredient(s) in an aqueous or non-aqueous solvent?
Solution
What is the term used to describe a liquid dosage form composed of two phases, one of which is uniformly dispersed in the other?
Disperse system
In a disperse system, what does the term 'dispersed phase' refer to?
The uniformly dispersed phase
What is the term used to describe liquid preparations containing undissolved or immiscible drug distributed throughout a vehicle?
Dispersed system
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