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Solutions in Therapy Flashcards

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Solutions

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are liquid preparations containing one

or more chemical substances dissolved in a suitable solvent or mixture of mutually miscible solvents

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Solutions are often classified

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due their composition or use

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Solution examples

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Syrups (aqueous with sugar), hydroalcoholic (water + ethanol), elixirs, tinctures,
etc.
– Oral, otic, ophthalmic, topical, etc

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• Since a medicinal agent is administered in solution, it is usually assumed:

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That the agent, as well as other solutes, are soluble or at least partially aqueous
soluble

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Since it is already in solution, it is expected that

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absorption occurs faster than from a solid or suspension dosage form of the same medicinal agent

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– Pharmacist is aware of the

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solubility and stability of each solute in the solution

to avoid chemical and physical interactions that will affect the product

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• Solubility

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The amount of solute that can dissolve in a given quantity of solvent at
a particular temperature

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A saturated solution is

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one that contains the maximum quantity of dissolved solute

at a given temperature

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Solute-solute and solvent-solvent forces must

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be overcome by solute-solvent attractive forces for dissolution to happen

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Solubility may be increased by selecting a

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different solubilizing agent, different
chemical salt form, alteration of the pH of the solution or substitution in part or in
whole of the solvent

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An increase in temperature usually results

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in an increase in solubility

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Prediction of solubility is based upon

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molecular structure and functional groups

– Like dissolves like

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Salts of monovalent cations (Na, K, Li, NH4) are generally

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water soluble

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Salts of divalent cations (Ca, Mg, Hg) are

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often less soluble

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Halogen groups and increases in molecular weight tend to

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decrease water solubility

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Organic compounds may be somewhat more aqueous soluble if they

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contain

polar groups that are capable of hydrogen bonding

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Greater the number of polar groups

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, the better likely the aqueous solubility
Polar groups include: -OH, -CHO, -COOH, -C=O, -NO2, -NO3
, -NH2
, -SO3H

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Choice of solvents is based upon factors such as

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solubility, clarity, toxicity,
compatibility with other formulation components, odor, color, cost and
route of administration

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Co-solvents are often employed

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– To enhance solvation ability of water

– To contribute to a product’s chemical and/or physical stability

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Examples of co-solvents

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o Ethyl alcohol, glycerin and propylene glycol often used

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Alcohol

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Also called ethyl alcohol, ethanol
-94.9-96% C2H5OH v/v
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Alcohol is

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Miscible with water and is able to dissolve many water insoluble ingredients
such as drug substances, flavorants, colorants and antimicrobial preservatives

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Ethanol may act as a

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antimicrobial alone or with other preservatives

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FDA limits alcohol content in OTC oral products

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Concern about undesirable pharmacologic and toxic effects
– Limits:
❖For children < 6 years of age – 0.5%
❖For children 6-12 years of age – 5%
❖For children > 12 years of age and adults – 10%

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Glycerin, USP

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Also called glycerol

  • is a natural compound derived from vegetable oils or animal fat
  • Miscible with water and alcohol
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Glycerin characteristics

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  • Clear syrupy liquid with a sweet taste
  • Has preservative properties at higher concentrations
  • Used as a stabilizer and an auxiliary solvent in conjunction with water or alcohol
    • Used in many internal preparations
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Propylene Glycol, USP

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Clear, viscous liquid
• A synthetic product obtained from the hydration of propylene oxide
• Miscible with water and alcohol
• Frequently substituted for glycerin in modern pharmaceutical formulations

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Purified Water, USP

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s obtained from EPA compliant water treated mainly by distillation, ion exchange or reverse osmosis
- Not intended for use for parenteral administrations (i.e., injections)

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Note abt Purified water

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Ordinary drinking water from the tap is not acceptable for the manufacture
of most aqueous preparations because of possible incompatibilities
between dissolved solids and the medicinal agents

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Water permitted for parenteral administration:

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Water for Injection, USP;

Bacterostatic Water for Injection, USP; Sterile Water for Injection, USP

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Strengths of preparations are usually expressed

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in terms of percent strength

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To hasten the dissolution of a slow dissolving material, one may try to:

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  • Apply heat
  • Reduce particle size of solute
  • Use a solubilizing agent
  • Vigorously agitate mixture (effective stirring)
  • Lower viscosities of solvents if not only aqueous
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Note:

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Increased temperatures cannot be maintained for pharmaceuticals. Also, elevated temperatures may result in loss of volatile co-solvents (e.g., alcohol) and increase in the rate of degradation of drug or excipients.

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34
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Ratio strength weight in volme

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-:- w/v Grams of constituent in stated milliliters of preparation

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35
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Dry mixtures for solution

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Some drugs have insufficient stability in aqueous solution for an extended
shelf-life, e.g., antibiotics
• These products are provided as dry powder or granule form for reconstitution immediately prior to dispensing
- This dry powder contains all of the formulative components except for the
solvent

36
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Dry powder: Once reconstituted, the solution remains

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stable for a certain labeled period
(7 to 14 days) when stored in the refrigerator; this period is sufficient for
the completion of the regimen prescribed

37
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Solutions intended for oral administration may contain

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– Flavors and colors to make them more palatable and attractive
– Stabilizers to maintain chemical and physical stability
– Preservatives to prevent growth of microorganisms

38
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Pharmacist may be called on to

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– Dispense a commercially prepared solution
– Dilute the concentration of a prepared solution (e.g., to make a pediatric
solution from an adult product)
– Prepare a reconstituted solution
– Extemporaneously compound an oral solution from bulk ingredients

39
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Oral rehydration solutions

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Rapid fluid loss associated with diarrhea can lead to dehydration and death
- common in young children and elderly
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40
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Why would you need oral rehydration solutions

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Small intestine secretes far more fluid and electrolytes than normal exceeding the amount
the large intestine can reabsorb; the fluid loss, mainly extracellular fluid, leads to progressive
loss of blood volume and hypovolemic shock

41
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Goal of Oral rehydration solutions

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o Usually effective in treatment of mild volume depletion: 5-10% body weight
o Available OTC – Typically as a powder that is added to a specific amount of water

42
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Oral rehydration solutions example

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Pedialyte (Abbott)

43
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Oral colonic lavage solution

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To prepare for procedures such as a colonoscopy, the bowel must be cleared;
material remaining in the bowel results in problems during the procedure
-Bowel clearance entails oral administration of a balanced solution of
electrolytes with PEG-3350
-Product needs to be refrigerated after reconstitution

44
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PEG

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acts as the osmotic agent in the GI and the balanced electrolyte concentration results in virtually no net absorption or secretion of ions
o A large volume (4 L) of this solution is administered

45
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Magnesium citrate oral solution

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Also known as, citrate or citrate of magnesia
– An essentially colorless, effervescent liquid having a sweet, acidulous taste and
a lemon flavor
– During preparation, liquid is boiled; final solution may be sterilized
– Employed as a saline laxative that is best taken refrigerated

46
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Sodium citrate and citric acid oral solution

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Citric acid and sodium citrate solution
– Used as a systemic alkalinization for patients with need of maintaining alkaline urine for the treatment of cystine calculi (a type of kidney stone)
– Also used as an adjuvant in treatment of gout

47
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Syrups

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Concentrated, viscous aqueous preparations of sugar or sugar substitute with or without flavoring agents and medicinal substances
- helps w taste

48
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Most commonly sugar employed in syrups

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sucrose

- Sorbitol, glycerin, propylene glycol, methylcellulose, hydroxyethylcellulose – Often substituted for sucrose

49
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Non-medicated or flavored vehicles

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Syrups containing flavoring agents, but no
drug
- Can be used in reformulating a medication only available in a solid form
– Drug stability, solubility and bioavailability must be considered, case-by-case
– Can be prepared as either solution or suspension

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Note abt syrup

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Water-soluble, aqueous-stable drug may be added to a flavored syrup provided
other components of the formulation are also compatible

51
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Most syrups contain

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52
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High sugar concentrations –

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  • Strongly resistant to microbial growth, as it ties up water
  • Antimicrobial preservatives
  • Water-soluble flavors and colors
    – Water
    – Drug – Water-soluble, aqueous-stable
    – Other solvents (e.g., alcohol), solubilizing agents, thickeners and/or stabilizers, if
    needed
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Formulation note

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Use of minimal amount of free water to dissolve solids minimizes chance of microbial growth

54
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Elixirs

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Clear, sweetened hydroalcoholic oral solutions
• Contain less sugar than syrups – Therefore, less sweet and less viscous
• Flavorings and colorings to increase patient acceptance

55
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Alcohol content dependent upon the aqueous solubility of the components

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Poorer the

water solubility, the higher the proportion of alcohol

56
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Elixir co-solvents

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Glycerin and propylene glycol

57
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Elixirs with 10-12% alcohol are

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usually self-preserving

58
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Elixir storage

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should be stored in tight, light resistant containers and protected from excessive heat
- most often observed in extemporaneous compounding

59
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Tinctures

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Alcoholic or hydroalcoholic solutions prepared from vegetable materials or chemical substances
• Oral and topical administration, depending on the tincture

60
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Tinctures contain

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15-80% alcohol
– Keeps extractives in solution
– Protects against microbial growth – Self-preserved
– Sometimes co-solvents needed to enhance stability and/or solubility of solutes

61
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Tinctures storage

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Need to be kept in tightly stoppered, light resistant containers protected from excessive temperatures due to alcohol content

62
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Spirits

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Alcoholic/hydroalcoholic solutions of volatile substances (usually oils)

  • Alcohol concentration – Generally > 60%
  • Normally when mixed with water, volatile substances separate out and solution forms a milky preparation
63
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Spirits uses?

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As flavoring agents, e.g., Peppermint Spirit

– For medicinal purposes, e.g., Camphor Spirit for topical administration

64
Q

Generally, the topical solutions employ an_____, whereas the

topical tinctures characteristically employ an______

A
  1. Aqeuous vehicle

2. Alcoholic vehicle

65
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Sprays

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Aqueous or oleaginous solutions administered topically

– Coarse droplets or fine solids applied via spray bottles or atomizers

66
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Sprays characteristics

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Usually to nasopharyngeal tract (e.g., congestions and inflammation) or skin
o Insulin and glucagon may be administered nasally
o Anti-infective and antifungal are examples of skin sprays

67
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Coal tar topical solution

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An alcoholic solution containing 20% coal tar and 5% polysorbate 80
– Final content is 81-86% alcohol
– Diluted formulation used as a local antieczematic for topical skin conditions

68
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Chlorhexidine gluconate solution

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A broad spectrum antiseptic used as a surgical scrub, hand wash, skin wound and antiplaque, antigingivitis
mouth wash

69
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Povidone iodine topical solution

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Chemical complex of iodine and polyvinylpyrrolidine (PVP)
-Approximately 10% iodine available to be released when applied to skin
– Used as a surgical scrub and non-irritating antiseptic

70
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Thimerosal topical solution

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Water soluble organic mercury antibacterial
o Buffered to maintain alkalinity (pH ~10) for stability
o Solution protected from light

71
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Thimerosal topical solution uses

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Was used mainly to disinfect skin prior to surgery and as a first aid to abrasions
and wounds
– Was used as a preservative in vaccines and other biologic products
– Withdrawn from the market

72
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Vaginal solutions (Douches)

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Concentrated powders – Usually diluted or prepared as solutions by patient
– For irrigation, hygienic cleansing of the vagina
– Some douches contain therapeutic anti-infective agents

73
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Rectal solutions

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– Retention enemas

- Evacuation enemas

74
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Retention enemas –

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For local effects or systemic absorption
o Minimizes undesirable GI effects seen in oral administration
o Blood levels usually obtained within 30 minutes following instillation

75
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Evacuation enemas

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To cleanse the bowel

76
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Non-aqueous solutions

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Liniments

Collodions

77
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Liniments

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Alcoholic or oleaginous liquid preparation intended to be rubbed with friction and
massaged onto the skin
may be solutions, emulsions or suspensions depending upon the materials and
preparation procedure
➢FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY

78
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Alcoholic liniments –

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Used when rubefacient, counterirritant or penetration action is desired

79
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Oleagineous liniments

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Primarily employed when massage is desired; less irritating to skin than
alcoholic liniments

80
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Collodions

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Mainly solutions of pyroxylin in vehicle of alcohol and ether with or without drug
– Painted/applied to skin and allowed to dry to form a somewhat flexible film used to
occlusively protect the skin or retain a dissolved drug in contact with skin for a
prolonged period of time
➢FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY

81
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Principal methods of drug extraction

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Maceration

Percolation

82
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Maceration

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o Process in which the properly comminuted drug is permitted to soak in solvent until the
soluble material is dissolved
o Material is placed in a stoppered vessel and the material is soaked and repeatedly
agitated for a period of time, usually 2-14 days
o Alternative method is to place material in a porous cloth bag that is suspended in
solvent until all soluble material is dissolved
o Maceration is usually conducted at 15-20 °C

83
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Percolation

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Process in which a comminuted drug is extracted by the slow passage of solvent
through a column of the drug

84
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Advantages of solutions

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  • The drug is already dissolved in solvent
    system; drug action can be rapid
  • Dose uniformity and specific volumes can
    be measured accurately allowing for flexible
    dosing
  • Oral solutions are usually easily swallowed
    as opposed to solid dosage forms
  • Generally, easy to manufacture
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DisAdvantages of solutions

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  • Drug instability is increased when drug is in
    solution
  • Bulky and less convenient for patients to
    transport compared to solid dosage forms
  • Many drugs are insoluble or poorly soluble
    in water
  • Measuring device needed for administration

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