Packaging

Question 1

purpose of packaging

Answer 1

facilitating the use of the product 
containment during storage
product protection
identification and information
convenience and complaince
product promotion

Question 2

what are the different types of packaging

Answer 2

primary

secondary

Question 3

what are the requirements for package requirements

Answer 3

must protect from atmospheric factors

must protect from biological contamination

compliable with the product

must offer child resistance

must not interact with the product

Question 4

what are the requirements of secondary packaging

Answer 4

not in direct contact with the product

provides protection against mechanical damage

also contribute to protection from atmospheric factors

contains info leaflet

provides opportunity for product promotion

Question 5

give some examples of materials that can be used to make materials

Answer 5

glass

plastics

rubbers

paper carboard

metals

laminates

Question 6

What factors should we take into account when picking packaging

Answer 6

required route of administration

desired functions of the packaging

degree of protection required

customer convenience

sterility

Question 7

what are some solid dosage forms

Answer 7

glass bottles
plastic bottles
blister packs
individual sachets