Semisolid Dosage Forms Overview
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Semisolid Dosage Forms Overview

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What are gels primarily used for?

  • Only for lubrication
  • Only for gels with a high water content
  • Medication and other uses (correct)
  • Only for external application

    • Which method is used for incorporating insoluble solids into ointment bases?

  • Dilution method only
  • Heating method
  • Freezing method
  • Mixing by trituration (correct)

    • What is the primary characteristic of a water-soluble base?

  • It does not mix with aqueous solutions
  • It is always transparent
  • It dissolves easily in water (correct)
  • It consists of only oleaginous substances

    • What is one method used to prepare ointments in large quantities?

    <p>Using an ointment mill</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical feature of gels that contributes to their application?

    <p>They evaporate quickly to provide a cooling effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process is used to reduce powders to a fine state before mixing?

    <p>Geometrical dilution method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ensures that powders do not cause grittiness in ointments?

    <p>Reducing powders to a fine state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using the doubling-up method during ointment preparation?

    <p>To incorporate concentrated ointment into the base</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the fusion method?

    <p>To melt and combine solid components for ointment preparation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ingredient must be added to the melted base before it congeals when using the fusion method?

    <p>Soluble medicaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of levigating insoluble medicaments with melted base?

    <p>To create a smooth paste for better mixing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the preparation of creams, what temperature must the oil and aqueous phases be heated to?

    <p>Above the melting point of the highest melting component</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a required step when preparing sulphur ointment with glycerin?

    <p>Levigate the sulphur with glycerin to a smooth paste</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicative of a vanishing cream in terms of emulsion type?

    <p>It is an o/w (oil in water) emulsion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what temperature is stearic acid melted when making vanishing cream?

    <p>75°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action during the cooling process of both ointment and cream preparation?

    <p>Mixing is continued to ensure uniformity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic property do semisolid dosage forms possess?

    <p>They possess rheological properties suitable for easy application.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a type of semisolid dosage form?

    <p>Ointments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of using semisolid dosage forms topically?

    <p>Improved patient compliance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of ointments?

    <p>80% oil - 20% water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of emulsion are creams classified as?

    <p>Oil-in-water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are pastes known for in the composition?

    <p>High content of powder, 20-50%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary purpose of non-medicated ointments?

    <p>To serve as vehicles for medicated ointments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about semisolid dosage forms is true?

    <p>They can be used for both local and systemic effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Semisolid Dosage Forms Overview

    • Semisolid preparations bridge the characteristics of solid and liquid dosage forms.
    • Unique rheological properties allow easy application on biological membranes and prolonged retention.
    • Applicable for local and systemic effects via skin, eye, nasal, vaginal, or rectal routes.
    • Therapeutic agents target dermal disorders when applied topically.
    • Unmedicated forms provide physical benefits as protectants or lubricants.

    Advantages of Semisolid Dosage Forms

    • External use reduces side effects and minimizes first-pass metabolism.
    • Localized and site-specific action enhances therapeutic efficacy.
    • Increased patient compliance due to ease of application.

    Types of Semisolid Dosage Forms

    • Ointments: Greasy preparations (80% oil, 20% water). Can be medicated or non-medicated (bases used for emollient or protective effects).
    • Creams: Semisolid emulsions, either oil-in-water (O/W) or water-in-oil (W/O). Easier to apply and less greasy than ointments.
    • Pastes: High powder content (20-50%) dispersed in a vehicle, stiffer, harder to apply, and more difficult to remove than ointments.
    • Gels: Non-greasy, jelly-like preparations that provide lubrication or medication. They create a cooling effect upon water evaporation.

    Ointment Base Classifications

    • Oleaginous base (hydrophobic/hydrocarbon base)
    • Absorption base (W/O emulsion)
    • Water-removable base (O/W emulsion)
    • Water-soluble base

    Ointment Preparation Methods

    • Incorporation Method (Trituration)

      • Fine powders mixed into the base via spatula or mortar.
      • Techniques include using an ointment slab, mortar and pestle, or ointment mill for larger quantities.
      • Powders must be finely ground to avoid grittiness; concentrated ointment formation followed by careful incorporation.

    • Fusion Method (Melting)

      • Involves melting base components and medicaments together.
      • Ingredients are combined by melting in a water bath and stirring until congealed.
      • Soluble medicaments integrated into the melted base before it solidifies.

    Cream Preparation

    • Components divided into oil and aqueous portions, both heated above the melting point of the highest melting ingredient.
    • Phases mixed and stirred during cooling for uniformity.

    Example Formulations

    • Sulphur Ointment: Contains precipitated sulphur, glycerin, and white ointment, mixed to a smooth paste.
    • Vanishing Cream: Includes stearic acid, potassium hydroxide, glycerin, and purified water, representing an O/W emulsion.

    Miscellaneous

    • Gels provide a pleasant cooling effect and leave a protective film that can be removed with water.

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    This quiz explores the characteristics and advantages of semisolid dosage forms in pharmacology. It covers types such as ointments and creams, their applications, and the benefits they offer for local treatment. Test your knowledge on how these forms enhance therapeutic efficacy and patient compliance.

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