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What is the main reason why drugs with increased absorption rate require tightly regulated dosage?
Why are intramuscular injections to the buttocks preferred for certain drugs?
What is a key disadvantage of administering drugs through an IV line?
Why are drugs administered rectally or through suppositories sometimes preferred?
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How do intramuscular injections differ from subcutaneous injections in terms of absorption rate?
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What is a primary advantage of topical drug administration over other routes?
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Which route of drug administration offers the fastest absorption with minimal systemic effects?
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Why is inhalation considered a rapid route of drug administration?
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For which condition would inhalation be preferred over oral administration?
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Which route of drug administration is considered the slowest due to the skin's multiple layers?
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What is the primary advantage of using inhalation as a route of drug administration?
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Why can't insulin be taken intravenously or sublingually?
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Which route of drug administration bypasses the first-pass effect and provides 100% bioavailability?
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What is the main difference between absorption and bioavailability in pharmacology?
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Why are cardiac drugs sometimes administered via the sublingual route?
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Which factor influences drug absorption by affecting the rate and extent of transfer from the site of administration to the blood?
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What makes oral administration the most convenient and common route for drug intake?
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Study Notes
Absorption Rate and Dosage Regulation
- Increased absorption rates necessitate regulated dosages to prevent toxicity and ensure therapeutic efficacy.
Intramuscular Injections
- Intramuscular injections to the buttocks are favored for drugs that require slower release into the bloodstream or for medications with larger volumes.
Intravenous Administration Disadvantages
- A key disadvantage of administering drugs through an IV line is the risk of infection and the need for sterile conditions.
Rectal and Suppository Administration
- Rectal or suppository administration is sometimes preferred for patients who are vomiting or unable to take oral medications due to nausea.
Absorption Rate in Injections
- Intramuscular injections have a faster absorption rate compared to subcutaneous injections due to greater blood supply in muscle tissues.
Topical Drug Administration Advantage
- The primary advantage of topical drug administration is localized treatment with minimal systemic absorption, reducing the risk of side effects.
Fastest Absorption Route
- Inhalation offers the fastest absorption due to the large surface area of the lungs and rapid access to systemic circulation with minimal systemic effects.
Preferred Inhalation Conditions
- Inhalation is preferred for respiratory conditions like asthma where rapid drug action in the airways is critical.
Slowest Drug Administration Route
- The transdermal route via the skin is considered the slowest due to the skin's multiple layers acting as a barrier to absorption.
Inhalation Advantage
- Inhalation as a drug administration route provides direct delivery to the lungs, allowing for a rapid onset of action.
Insulin Administration Restrictions
- Insulin cannot be taken intravenously or sublingually because it is inactivated by digestive enzymes and does not cross cell membranes via these routes effectively.
Bypassing First-Pass Effect
- The sublingual route bypasses the first-pass effect, providing 100% bioavailability directly into systemic circulation.
Absorption vs. Bioavailability
- Absorption refers to the process by which a drug enters the bloodstream, whereas bioavailability measures the fraction of the administered drug that reaches systemic circulation effectively.
Cardiac Drugs via Sublingual Route
- Cardiac drugs are sometimes administered sublingually for rapid absorption and immediate effect, especially in emergency situations.
Factors Influencing Drug Absorption
- The rate and extent of drug absorption are influenced by the formulation, route of administration, and individual physiological factors.
Oral Administration Convenience
- Oral administration is the most convenient and common route for drug intake due to ease of use, safety, and patient compliance, allowing for self-medication.
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Test your knowledge about drug absorption and bioavailability in pharmacology. Explore factors affecting absorption, routes of administration, and the difference between absorption and bioavailability.
