taste-masking Flashcards
1
Q
what is the challenge with the geriatric population and the solution
A
often taking multiple medications and dosage forms – have a greater degree of challenges with swallowing and handling conventional tablets and capsules. – Alternate dosage forms like chewable tablets, can be used to address swallowing difficulties
2
Q
what is the challenge with patients with neurological conditions
A
may resist taking medications if the drug product is not easy to take
3
Q
what is the challenge with paediatric population
A
consist of subgroups from babies to teenagers. – each subgroup has its own formulation requirements and need age-appropriate dosage forms like liquid dosage form