Derm Pharm Flashcards
1
Q
Advantage of topicals
A
Less side effects
2
Q
Ointment
A
Very little water
Lubrication or moisture
Less irritating
Best at delivering active ingredients
3
Q
Cream
A
Emulsions of oil and water
Nonirritating
Moisturizing
Absorbed faster than ointments
4
Q
Lotions
A
More water than crems
Fine powder suspended in oil and water.
Less potent
5
Q
Foams
A
Aerosol
Base of alcohol causing drying or ase of emollient softening skin
Good for hairy areas
6
Q
Solutions
A
Drug dissolved in liquid
Dries skin instead of moisturizing
Good for scalp
7
Q
Powders
A
Protect where skin rubs skin.
Used on skin damaged by moisture
8
Q
Gels
A
Water or alcohol based
Not absorbed as well as stuff using oil or fat.
Best for when slow absorption is needed
