Dosage Forms In In-, Sub-scription Or Signa Flashcards
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Cap
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Capsule
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Amp
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Ampule-single dosed units
2
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chart
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A divided powder, powder in paper. Drug is wrapped in folded paper. Pt transfers to water. Drinks then washed down with water
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cr., crm.
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Cream
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elix.
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Elixir- oral solution containing drug, water, and some alcohol
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emul.
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Emulsion- oil is dispersed in aqueous phase. Drug is in oil phase. Can be used topically as lotion
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Liq.
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Solution
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Lot.
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Lotion
8
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Parenteral
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Routes of administration other than GI
9
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pulv., pulvis
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Bulk powder - applied directly to the skin from the container
10
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sol.
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Solution - solution of drug usually in water.
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supp., sup., suppos
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Suppository
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susp.
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Suspension- solid is dispersed in the liquid. Used topically, it is called lotion.
13
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syr.
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Syrup- solution that is sweet and highly viscous.
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tab.
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Tablet
