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What is the primary characteristic of aromatic waters according to the USP?
What is the primary characteristic of aromatic waters according to the USP?
- They are clear, saturated aqueous solutions of volatile oils (correct)
- They have a strong odor and taste
- They are potent therapeutic agents
- They are used as a substitute for volatile oils
What is the main reason aromatic waters have weak therapeutic activity?
What is the main reason aromatic waters have weak therapeutic activity?
- They are not potent enough
- They are used in small amounts
- They have a very small amount of active ingredient (correct)
- They are not used as a therapeutic agent
What is one of the uses of aromatic waters?
What is one of the uses of aromatic waters?
- As a flavor enhancer
- As a substitute for perfumes
- To mask the undesirable taste or odor of some pharmaceutical preparations (correct)
- As a therapeutic agent
Which of the following aromatic waters is used as a carminative?
Which of the following aromatic waters is used as a carminative?
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What is the purpose of aromatic waters as a vehicle?
What is the purpose of aromatic waters as a vehicle?
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Study Notes
Aromatic Waters
- Defined as clear, saturated aqueous solutions of volatile oils or other volatile or aromatic substances
- Possess an odor and taste similar to the plant or volatile substance from which they are prepared
- Used as flavored or perfumed vehicles
Characteristics
- Have weak therapeutic activity due to the small amount of active ingredient
- Used to mask the undesirable taste or odor of some pharmaceutical preparations
Specific Uses
- Peppermint water is used as a carminative
- Chloroform water is used as an expectorant
- Rose water is used as a perfume
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