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Pharmacy: Pastes vs Ointments

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What is a key characteristic of pastes compared to ointments?

Absorb less exudate

Have a higher water content

Are smoother in texture

Contain a large amount of finely powdered solids (correct)

How do pastes benefit in itchy conditions like chronic eczema?

Add more moisture to the skin

Adhere well and form a thick protective coating (correct)

Increase the itchiness

Make the skin drier

Why are pastes less macerating than ointments with a similar base?

Pastes contain more water

Pastes absorb exudate (correct)

Pastes are less greasy

Pastes are more difficult to apply

What is a drawback of pastes in terms of cosmetic attractiveness?

They form a thick surface layer Signup and view all the answers

Why are pastes generally unsuitable for treating scalp conditions?

They form a thick coating on the scalp Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of medicated jellies?

To deliver water soluble drugs externally Signup and view all the answers

Why must lubricants for catheters and eletrodiagnostic equipment be sterile?

To prevent infections in sterile body regions Signup and view all the answers

What is a specialized use of jellies mentioned in the text?

For patch testing with allergens Signup and view all the answers

Pharmacy: Pastes vs Ointments

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Questions and Answers

What is a key characteristic of pastes compared to ointments?

How do pastes benefit in itchy conditions like chronic eczema?

Why are pastes less macerating than ointments with a similar base?

What is a drawback of pastes in terms of cosmetic attractiveness?

Why are pastes generally unsuitable for treating scalp conditions?

What is the main purpose of medicated jellies?

Why must lubricants for catheters and eletrodiagnostic equipment be sterile?

What is a specialized use of jellies mentioned in the text?

Which component is found in medicated jellies to relieve discomfort of pruritus and hemorrhoids?

What is a characteristic of jellies compared to pastes or ointments?

Why are local anaesthetics sometimes included in lubricant jellies?

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