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What is the main reason why some drugs are provided in dry powder form?
What is the main reason why some drugs are provided in dry powder form?
- To enhance the shelf-life of the drugs (correct)
- To make the drugs more potent
- To make the drugs easier to transport
- To reduce the cost of production
What is the typical shelf-life of dry powder antibiotics?
What is the typical shelf-life of dry powder antibiotics?
- 48 months
- 12 months
- 24 months (correct)
- 36 months
What is added to the dry powder to create a solution or suspension?
What is added to the dry powder to create a solution or suspension?
- Tap water
- Purified water or special diluent (correct)
- Distilled water
- Saline solution
How long is the resultant solution or suspension stable at room temperature?
How long is the resultant solution or suspension stable at room temperature?
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How long is the resultant solution or suspension stable under refrigeration?
How long is the resultant solution or suspension stable under refrigeration?
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Why do antibiotics lose their potency in liquid form?
Why do antibiotics lose their potency in liquid form?
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What is the purpose of constitution in pharmacy?
What is the purpose of constitution in pharmacy?
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What type of drugs are often provided in dry powder form?
What type of drugs are often provided in dry powder form?
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What happens to the dry powder when it is constituted with purified water or special diluent?
What happens to the dry powder when it is constituted with purified water or special diluent?
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How is the dry powder typically stored before constitution?
How is the dry powder typically stored before constitution?
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