Syrups and Their Components

To serve as pleasant-tasting vehicles for administering medicinal substances.

They are prepared using components like sucrose, purified water, flavoring agents, coloring agents, and the therapeutic agent.

Because they provide a pleasant means of administering disagreeable-tasting drugs that may be difficult to swallow in solid forms.

<p>The chemical and physical properties of the drug and its solid dosage form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cherry syrup is sucrose-based with about 47% cherry juice, while cocoa syrup is a suspension of cocoa powder in an aqueous vehicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They enhance the aesthetic appeal of the syrup, making it more visually appealing to patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Any water-soluble drug that is stable in an aqueous solution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Simple syrup serves as a foundational ingredient that can be flavored or combined with therapeutic agents for enhanced effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sucrose provides sweetness and viscosity, making it more stable and effective for syrup formulations compared to other sugars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antimicrobial preservatives prevent the growth of microorganisms, ensuring the safety and longevity of syrups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cellulose derivatives provide viscosity without increasing blood glucose levels, making them suitable for diabetic patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flavorants enhance the taste of syrups, making them more palatable for patients, especially when they contain medicinal agents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Non-glycogenetic substances are used to avoid raising blood glucose levels while still providing the syrup's necessary viscosity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Concentrated sugar solutions inhibit microbial growth due to low water availability, enhancing stability against spoilage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Thickeners provide a soothing effect while coating the throat, which enhances the relief from irritation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Factors include sweetness, viscosity, stability, and the potential impact on blood glucose levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The composition, particularly sugar type and concentration, directly influences sweetness, viscosity, stability, and drug delivery effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Colorants enhance the visual appeal of syrups, helping to attract patients and improve their overall acceptance of the medication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Syrup, NF consists of 85 g of sucrose dissolved in approximately 46.3 g of purified water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Additional preservation is necessary for syrups intended for long-term storage to prevent microbial growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The specific gravity of 1.313 indicates that 100 mL of syrup weighs 131.3 g, which reveals the syrup's concentrated nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The slight excess of water aids in physical stability and prevents microbial growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oversaturation can lead to sucrose crystallization, creating conditions conducive to microbial growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Syrup, NF is stable and resistant to microbial growth due to its high sucrose concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The solubility of sucrose is 1 in 0.5 mL of water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One method involves adjusting the physical and chemical characteristics of the ingredients used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The excess water is minimal and not enough to promote microbial growth due to the high sucrose concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To quickly dissolve sugar and other heat-stable components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can undergo hydrolysis, leading to the formation of invert sugar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acids act as catalysts, accelerating the inversion of sucrose to invert sugar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The syrup can become amber-colored due to caramelization and is more prone to spoilage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Invert sugar is a mixture of glucose and fructose resulting from the hydrolysis of sucrose.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Add these substances after the sugar is dissolved and cool the syrup rapidly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It enhances the permanency of the syrup and can improve its shelf life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure the syrup has the correct concentration and dosage for use.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It prevents heat-induced inversion of sucrose and results in maximum stability of the product.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They should be dissolved in a minimal amount of purified water before incorporation into the syrup.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sucrose may be percolated to prepare the syrup, or the source of the medicinal component may be percolated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased susceptibility to fermentation and microbial growth occurs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allows for the dissolution of components without risking heat damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Percolation involves the gradual extraction of the medicating substance without the application of heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By mixing the tincture with water, allowing it to stand for separation, and filtering the mixture.</p> Signup and view all the answers