18 Questions
What is the key difference between OTC drugs and Legend/Prescription drugs?
OTC drugs are considered safe for self-treatment, while Legend/Prescription drugs require expert diagnosis and are dangerous for self-medication.
What is the definition of an 'immediate container' according to the text?
A container that is in direct contact with the drug at all times.
What is the difference between a 'well-closed container' and a 'tight container' according to the text?
A well-closed container protects the contents from extraneous solids and loss of the drug, while a tight container protects the contents from contamination by extraneous liquids, solids or vapors.
What type of container is suitable for dispensing liquids of low viscosity?
Rx Bottle
What kind of packaging is commonly used for powders that need to be applied by sprinkle?
Sifter-top Containers
Which type of container is defined in the text as providing the highest level of protection for the drug?
Hermetic container
What type of container is typically used for semi-solid dosage forms like ointments and creams?
Applicator Bottle
Which container is best for bulk powders and large quantities of tablets and capsules?
Dropper Bottle
What type of container is defined as 'hermetic' in the text?
A container that is impervious to air or any gas under ordinary or customary conditions.
Which type of packaging is defined as having an indicator or barrier to entry to provide visible evidence of tampering?
Film Wrapper
What is the purpose of packaging containers for drugs?
To protect the drug from external conditions and prevent loss or contamination.
Which packaging container is designed for applying liquid medication to a wound or skin surface?
Applicator Bottle
What is the main purpose of a light-resistant container?
To protect from light
What defines a single-unit container?
It holds a quantity intended for administration as a single dose
Round bottles are primarily used for which type of dosage forms?
Capsules and tablets
Child-resistant containers are designed to be:
Difficult for children under 5 to open but easy for adults to use
What distinguishes a multiple-unit container?
It contains more than one unit or dose of medication
Opaque glass containers are employed when:
Protecting from light exposure
Explore the classification of containers based on their ability to protect the contents from external conditions. Learn about hermetic containers based on volume capacity for packaging dosage forms like tablets, capsules, and oral liquids.
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