Formulations Flashcards
1
Q
Factors that influence which formulation of prescribe
A
- patient demographics
- indication
- treatment requirements
- patient choice
- cost
- stock
2
Q
XL
A
Extended release
3
Q
MR
A
Modified release
4
Q
SR
A
Sustained release
5
Q
PR
A
Prolonged release
6
Q
LA
A
Long acting
7
Q
CR
A
Controlled release
8
Q
EC
A
Enteric coated
9
Q
GR
A
Gasto resistant
10
Q
Why are EC/GR used
A
Medicines have coating that prevents them from dissolving in the stomach. It is dissolved and absorbed in the small intestine
11
Q
SL and why we use it
A
Sublingual
Often have quicker onset of action compared with tablets absorbed through stomach as it bypass the first pass metabolism
12
Q
Buccal means
A
Placed in gum cavity - between gum and upper lip
Avoids first pass metabolism
13
Q
Types of inhalers
A
Pressurised metered dose inhaler
Dry powder
14
Q
Pr
A
Rectal
15
Q
Pv
A
Vaginal
