12 Questions
Why are parenteral dosage forms restricted to use in hospitals or by specialized trained personnel?
It is hard or impossible to reverse the effects of the drug once injected.
What is a key factor influencing drug solubility in parenteral solutions?
Selection of suitable vehicle
Which type of drug substances are practically insoluble in water but dissolve in diluted acidic solutions?
Alkaloids
Why do most parenteral solutions have a viscosity and surface tension similar to water?
To mimic the body's natural fluids
What is the purpose of a cosolvent in parenteral solutions?
To enhance drug solubility
Why is the disposal of needles, syringes, and infusion devices a significant consideration with parenteral dosage forms?
Due to the risk of transmission of infectious diseases
What is a key requirement for parenteral products according to the text?
Absence of pyrogen contamination
Which of the following is NOT listed as an advantage of parenteral injections in the text?
For patients with needle phobia
Why are parenteral injections useful for patients with ulcers?
To administer specific medications effectively
What is Belonephobia related to, as mentioned in the text?
Parenteral injections
Which of the following is NOT listed as a disadvantage of parenteral administration?
Total nutritional requirement through parenteral route
Why must parenteral products be stable according to the text?
To ensure compatibility with diluents and delivery systems
Test your knowledge on the criteria for sterile products, including sterility, freedom from contamination, isotonicity, stability, and compatibility with diluents. Learn about the requirements for products that will be infused directly into the bloodstream or body tissue.
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