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Ch. 11 preparations

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Elixir   show
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Emulsion   show
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Liniment   show
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show An aqueous preparation that contains suspended ingredients. Lotions are used to treat external skin conditions. They work to soothe, protect, and moisten the skin and to destroy harmful bacteria. Example: Caladryl Lotion  
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show A liquid preparation that contains one or more completely dissolved substances. The dissolved substance is known as the solute, and the liquid in which it is dissolved is known as the solvent. Example: Polysporin Ophthalmic Solution  
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show A drug combined with an alcoholic solution that is volatile( a substance that is volatile evaporates readily). Example: aromatic spirit of ammonia  
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show A fine stream of medicated vapor, usually used to treat nose and throat conditions. Example: Dristan Nasal Spray  
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show A drug that contains solid insoluble drug particles in a liquid; the preparation must be shaken before administration. Example: Amoxicillin Oral Suspension.  
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show A drug dissolved in a solution of sugar, water, and sometimes a flavoring to disguise an unpleasent taste. Example: Robitussin Cough Syrup  
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show A drug dissolved in a solution of alcohol or alcohol and water. Example: tincture of iodine.  
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Tablet   show
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Chewable tablet   show
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Sublingual tablet   show
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show A tablet coated with a substance that prevents it from dissolving until it reaches the eneters. The coating protects the drug from being destroyed by gastric juices and prevents it from irritating stomach linning.  
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Capsule   show
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Sustained-release capsule   show
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show Drug contained in an oblong in an oblong tablet with a smooth coating to make swallowing easier. Example Advil Caplets.  
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Lozenge   show
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show Drug combined in a base that is generally nongreasy,resulting in a semisold preparation. Creams are applied externally tot he skin. Example: Hydrocortisone Topical Cream  
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show Drug with an oil base,resulting in a semisolid preparation. Ointments are applied externally to the skin and are usually greasy. Example: Cortisporin Topical Ointment  
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Suppository   show
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show Patch with an adhesive backing, which contains a drug, that is applied to the skin. The drug enters the circulation after being absorbed through the skin. Example nitroglycerin patches.  
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