Capsules Flashcards

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Define capsule

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2
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Capsules can be filled with what

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3
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The capsule is composed of what

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4
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Most filled capsules should be taken how and mention an exception

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5
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What are the advantages of capsules

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6
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What are the disadvantages of capsules

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7
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Compare between Deliquescent vs efflorescent vs hygroscopic

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8
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Explain capsule size

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9
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What are the capsules available for human use

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10
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Larger capsules are used for what

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Veterinary use

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11
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List the capsule excipients

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Diluents
Lubricants and glidants

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12
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Explain diluents and their classification

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13
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Avicel is used for what

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14
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Explain lubricants and glidants as excellent of capsule

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15
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Which lubricant is used in capsules

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Magnesium stearate

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16
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What are the types of capsules

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Hard gelatin capsules
Soft gelatin capsules

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What are hard gelatin capsules used for

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18
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What is the composition of hard gelatin capsules

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19
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Soft gelatin are made of what

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20
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Why does soft gelatin capsule have preservatives

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21
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Soft gelatin capsules may be what

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22
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Soft gelatin capsules are used to encapsulate what

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23
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Why would patients have more complained towards soft gelatin capsules

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24
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Explain how gelatin is produced

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25
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List the quality control test of capsules

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