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Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms Flashcards

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injected directly into the blood stream through a vein

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intravenous (IV) route

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precisely describes the atomic and molecular structure of a drug

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chemical name

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preparations containing water-soluble and heat-stable constituents extracted from crude drugs by boiling the latter in water

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decoctions

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intended for external application to the skin or mucous membranes; can be medicated or not

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ointments

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dispensed as powder but dissolved in a specified quantity of warm water

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douches

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designed to release the API in a pre-determined manner over an extended period

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extend release tablets (controlled-release tablets)

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alcoholic solutions from vegetable materials or other chemical substanes

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tinctures

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uncoated, bullet-shaped, or ovoid inserted into the vagina for localized effects

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vaginal tablets/inserts

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generally contains acid substances (citric and tartaric acids) and carbonates or bicarbonates

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effervescent tablets

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alcoholic solutions of volatile substances prepared usually by simple solution or by admixture of the ingredients; can be taken orally, externally, or inhalation

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spirits

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are preparations made up of finely divided solids distributed uniformly in a liquid vehicle where it exhibits minimum solubility

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suspensions

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these are hard, compressed medication in variety of shapes

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tablets

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applied to mucous membranes of the nose and throat by means of an atomizer or nebulizer

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sprays

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14
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designed to be administered to the ears

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otic or aural solutions

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15
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are the means by which drug molecules are delivered to the sites of action

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dosage form

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16
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has the ability to vanish into the skin upon rubbing and ability to absorb serous discharges from skin lesions

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creams

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17
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used for treating the pharynx and nasopharynx

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gargles

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18
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rectal injection employed to evacuate the bowel, contained in a plastic squeeze bottle

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enemas

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19
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contains a larger proportion of solid material than ointments

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pastes

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20
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drug is administered in the form of a patch or ointment that delivers the drug into the circulation for systemic effect

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transdermal route

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21
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drugs or solutions of drugs administered by the nasal route for local or systemic effect

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inhalations

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22
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administered with the aid of inhalers that delivers micronized drugs in metered quantities

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aerosols

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23
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used for oils and API that are dissolved or suspended in oil

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soft gelatin capsules

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24
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these are finely divided powders administered to the body cavity using a device known as an “insufflator”

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insufflations

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25
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drug + excipients

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dosage form

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26
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injected directly into the joint space e.g. hydrocortisone injection for rheumatoid arthritis

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intra-articular route

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27
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known as “individualized powders”

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chartulae

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28
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preparations that contain one or more chemical substances dissolved in a suitable solvent mixture that is miscible

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solutions

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29
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used to wash or bathe surgical incisions, wounds, or other body tissues

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irrigation solutions

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30
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a gel mass consisting of floccules of small, distinct particles

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magma

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31
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what are the 11 routes of administration of a drug?

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oral, parenteral, sublingual, intra respiratory, urethral, transdermal, vaginal, rectal, intra ocular, conjunctival, and intra nasal

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32
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two types of syrups

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medicated and non-medicated syrups

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33
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masks the unpleasant taste of drugs, offers protection of the drug

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sugar-coated tablets

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34
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two types of inserts

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suppositories and vaginal inserts

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35
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are inactive pharmaceutical ingredients

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excipients

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36
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powders that adhere or bond to each other to form larger unit particles

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granules

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37
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a capsule-shaped tablet that allows the coated product to be about one-third smaller than a capsule filled with equivalent amount of powder

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gelatin coated tablet (gelcap)

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38
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nonproprietary name; abbreviation of chemical name; official name listed in USP

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generic name

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39
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these are intimate mixtures of finely divided drugs of chemicals intended to be used externally or internally

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powders

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40
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more preferred than ointments because of ease in spreadability; is less sticky and lighter than ointments

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creams

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41
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placed in the oral cavities and can be taken without water

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orally disintegrating tablets (ODT)

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3 different types of solutions

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aqueous solutions, viscid aqueous solutions, and non aqueous solutions

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43
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an agent intended for use in the diagnosis, mitigation, treatment, cure, or prevention of disease in man or other animals.

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drug

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44
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aids in the processing of the drug deliver system during its manufacture; assists in the effectiveness and maintaining the integrity of the drug product

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excipients

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45
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8 types of tablets

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compressed tablets (C.T.), multiple compresses tablets (M.C.T.), sugar-coated tablets (S.C.T.), film-coated tablets (F.C.T.), enteric coated tablets (E.T.C.), chewable tablets, effervescent tablets, and extended release tablets

46
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ointments are for? (3)

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emollients (makes skin more pliable), protective barrier, and vehicles (to incorporate a medication)

47
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used by physicians in extemporaneous preparations of parenterals

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hypodermic tablets

48
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types of suppositories

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rectal, vaginal, and urethral

49
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these evolve into carbon dioxide when added to water

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effervescent granunles

50
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prepared aggregates of powders

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granules

51
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this makes the tablet more durable

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film

52
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disintegrates or dissolves in the mouth within a minute, some within 10 seconds

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rapidly dissolving tablets

53
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6 transdermal dosage forms

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ointments, creams, pastes, plasters, aerosols, and lotions

54
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brand/proprietary name; name selected by the manufacturer

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trade name

55
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dry-filled capsules, two-piece capsule; has two parts—head/cap and body

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hard gelatin capsules

56
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has a delayed-release property; prevents gastric mucosa

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enteric coated tablets

57
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stiffer/harder than ointments, thus remains in place after application and are effectively employed to absorb serous secretions

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pastes

58
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designed to be administered to the nasal passages in the form of drops or sprays

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nasal solutions

59
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used to be dusted on the skin by sprinkling or using sifter-top containers

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dusting powders

60
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has a thin layer of polymer or plastic-like material

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film-coated tablet

61
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dilute solutions of readily soluble constituents of crude drugs prepared by short maceration of drugs with either cold/boiling water

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infusions

62
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concentrated preparations of vegetable or animal drugs

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extracts

63
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adhesive mass that is spread on a backing of paper, fabric, moleskin, and plastic

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plasters

64
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what are the physical forms of drugs?

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solid, semi-solid, liquid, and gaseous

65
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most widely used dosage form

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tablets

66
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easier to spread and remove than ointment; not applied on hairy parts of the body

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pastes

67
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dissolves faster and are absorbed through the mucus membranes of the mouth, where they enter into the systemic circulation

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sublingual tablets

68
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contains one or more medicinal agents; dissolved or dispersed in either emulsion or water-washable base

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creams

69
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strict aseptic precautions should be taken, repeated administration may cause damage to the articular cartilage

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intra-articular route

70
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flat, oval tablets that erode slowly in the cheeks

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buccal tablets

71
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used as a cleansing or antiseptic agent directed against a part or into the body cavities

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douches

72
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intranasal dosage forms

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solutions, sprays, and inhalers

73
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these solid dosage forms are small individualized drug particles.

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powders

74
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has a creamy base, usually of special flavored and colored mannitol

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chewable tablets

75
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has a greater aesthetic appeal for its non-greasy character

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creams

76
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parenteral routes of administration

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intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM), intraosseous (IO), subcutaneous (SC), intrathecal, and intra-articular route

77
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have smooth, rapid disintegration when chewed or swallowed or allowed to dissolve in the mouth

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chewable tablets

78
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releases gas in contact with water

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effervescent tablets

79
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preparation of vaginal douche; used for hygienic effect or anti-infective

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douche powder

80
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two types of powders

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bulk and divided

81
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involves separation of medicinally active portions of plants or animal tissue from inactive or inert components by use of selective solvents

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extraction

82
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are concentrated solutions of sugar such as sucrose in water

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syrups

83
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clear, saturated aqueous solutions of volatile oils or other volatile substanes

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aromatic water

84
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two types of capsules

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soft gelatin and hard gelatin

85
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are alcoholic or hydroalcoholic liquid preparations of vegetables containing alcohol

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fluid extracts

86
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3 purposes of suspensions

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sustaining effect, stability, and taste

87
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used to cleanse the bowel in large intestines before and after surgery

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enemas

88
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the drug is injected into the layers of the skin

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intradermal route

89
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injected into large muscles such as deltoid, gluteus, maximus, and vastus lateralis

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intramuscular (IM) route

90
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applied to skin to provide a prolonged contact of API at the site of absorption

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plasters

91
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injected into the subcutaneous tissue of the thigh, abdomen, and arm

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subcutaneous (SC) route

92
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solid dosage form in which one or more API are enclosed within a small edible shell usually made of gelatin

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capsules

93
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“paper tablets”

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papelitos

94
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what are the 7 sites of application of drugs?

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skin, eye, tooth, hand, foot, hair, and nasal

95
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flat, oval tablets that are placed under the tongue

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sublingual tablets

96
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solid dosage forms intended to be inserted in body orifices where they would melt and dissolve to exert their local systemic effects

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suppositories

97
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liquid preparations containing pyroxylin in a mixture of either ether or alcohol

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collodions

98
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for individuals with difficulty swallowing

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chewable tablets

99
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aqueous solutions in the form of coarse droplets or finely divided solids introduced into the body cavities

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sprays

100
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consists of finely divided powdered or liquid drugs that are carried into the respiratory passage using the special delivery system

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insufflations

101
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avoids acid and enzymatic environment of the stomach and the drug metabolizing enzymes of the liver

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sublingual tablets

102
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applied with friction or by rubbing; contains more than one medicinal agent

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liniments

103
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rendered plastic-like and added with plasticizer (glycerin or sorbitol)

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soft gelatin capsules

104
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it is meant to disintegrate on the small intestine

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enteric coated tablets

105
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these are dilution of potent powdered drugs; prepared by mixing them with diluents in a specific proportion of weight

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titrations

106
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clear, pleasantly flavored, sweetened hydroalcoholic liquids intended for oral use

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elixirs

107
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content of a drug that elicits its effect

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active pharmaceutical ingredient (API)

108
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consists of dispersion of small or large molecules in an aqueous liquid, vehicle rendered jelly-like by adding a gelling agent

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gels

109
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what are the 2 types of uses of a drug?

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external and internal

110
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administered between the cheeks and gums

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buccal tablets

111
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what are the classifications of dosage forms?

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route of administration, physical state/form, site of application, and uses

112
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injected into the subarachnoid space (spinal anesthetics, e.g. lignocaine, antibiotics)

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intrathecal route

Perspectives in Pharmacy (6 decks)

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