Syrups Flashcards
1
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Define syrups
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2
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What are the types of syrups?
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Flavored
Medicated
Artificial
3
Q
What are characteristics of syrup?
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Sweet, viscous
Concentrated or nearly saturated
Aqueous solution of sucrose
Containing 66.7% w/w of sugar
4
Q
What are uses of syrups?
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Vehicle
Sweetening agent
Preservative
Flavoring agent
5
Q
What is the formulation (excipients) for syrups
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6
Q
What are the advantages of syrups?
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7
Q
What are the disadvantages of syrups?
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8
Q
What are examples of flavored syrups used as vehicles for medicaments
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9
Q
What are example of medicated syrups?
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10
Q
Describe artificial syrups
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