Dosage forms + Methods of Drug Administration

Question 1

a compressed feed material that contains an active ingredient such as anthelmintic, surfactant (for bloat prevention), or a nutritional supplement and is commonly packaged in cardboard box

Answer 1

medicated block

Question 2

a solid dosage form in which an active ingredient, such as a coccidiostat, production enhancer, or nutritional supplement is formulated with excipients. This is mixed homogeneously with feed at rates that range from a few milligrams to 200 g/ton of feed.

Answer 2

Premix

Question 3

sometimes called pellets are a modification of powders which have
been lumped together to improved solubility or mask unpleasant taste

Answer 3

granules

Question 4

meant for continuous absorption of medical substances by the body
and for this the pellets are inserted inside the body

Answer 4

implants

Question 5

are gelatin shells which may be filled with solids (hard shells) or liquids (soft shells) drugs. Most convenient form for oral administration

Answer 5

Capsules

Question 6

are large tablets intended for oral or intrauterine administration

Answer 6

boluses

Question 7

are generally defined as medicated solid masses of various sizes and
shapes

Answer 7

tablets

Question 8

mixtures of drugs in dry powder form intended for internal or external use

Answer 8

powders

Question 9

are semisolid medications melting or softening at body temperature for insertion into a certain body orifices of the body (rectal, urethreal, etc.)

Answer 9

suppositories

Question 10

a semisolid preparation used topically to carry medicaments intended to alleviate and inflamed area, supplying any or of the
following: drugs, heat, and moisture

Answer 10

Poultices (cataplasms)

Question 11

are often used interchangeably with creams, immiscible with water,
emollient in action by forming an occlusive film which prevents escape of
moisture from the skin to the environment and are indicated for dry lessons

Answer 11

ointments

Question 12

are concentrated aqueous solutions of sugar with flavoring only (for use as vehicle) or with flavoring and medicinal ingredients, They have never been to practical use except for medication in dogs

Answer 12

Syrups

Question 13

usually sterile suspensions in fluid or semi fluid vehicle. Strict adherence to label instructions and withdrawal times is essential

Answer 13

intramammary injections

Question 13

are semi-solid emulsions of polyethylene glycols, water miscible and
are indicated on weeping lesions

Answer 13

cream

Question 14

sterile pharmaceutical liquids or suspensions intended for parenteral
administration by various routes

Answer 14

injections

Question 15

are usually topically applied aerosols elsewhere the medicament is force out with a propellant mixture of gases

Answer 15

sprays

Question 16

solutions carrying medicament intended for ophthalmic and otic administration

Answer 16

drops

Question 17

dispersion of liquid droplets in a second immiscible liquid brought about by adding an emulsifying agent. Example: soaps, cholesterol egg yolk

Answer 17

emulsions

Question 18

suspensions of a powder dispersed in water and administered orally

Answer 18

drenches

Question 19

preparations intended for dilution with water to make an insecticidal wash in which animals may be completely immersed in order to kill ectoparasites or to prevent reinfestation

Answer 19

dips

Question 20

are liquid preparations intended for application to the skin of mucus
surfaces possessing antiseptic, astringent, caustic or analgesic properties

Answer 20

paints

Question 21

an oily or greasy solution mixtures or various substances intended
for external applications. Much benefit is derived from massage during
application

Answer 21

liniments

Question 22

can be solutions, suspensions or emulsions and are nearly always
applied topically to the skin and occasionally to the eye. Inclusion of alcohol
hastens its drying and cooling effect while inclusion of glycerin keeps the skin
moist for a considerable time

Answer 22

lotion

Question 23

any preparation with one more substances dissolved in liquid solvent. Ideally it should be chemically stable, non irritating, brilliantly clear and free from microorganisms. Examples: topical, parental and ophthalmic solutions

Answer 23

solutions

Question 24

alcoholic or hydroalcoholic solutions of drugs made by extraction of crude drugs, solution of chemicals or dilution of fluid extract

Answer 24

tinctures

Question 25

are liquid preparations where the solute is not dissolved in the vehicle but is suspended throughout the vehicle by the use of suspending agent which usually increases the viscosity of the vehicle

Answer 25

suspensions

Question 26

Give 3 intravaginal delivery systems

Answer 26

1. Controlled internal drug release ( CIDR) devices 2. Progesterone releasing intravaginal devices (PRID) 3. Vaginal sponges

Question 27

most common route of drug administration using solid, liquid or semi liquid forms of drugs, In dogs, cats, and poultry; tablets or pills can be placed directly at the base of the tongue while applying pressure ate the side of the mouth to keep it open while administering the drug

Answer 27

Oral Administration

Question 28

introduced directly underneath the skin by injection

Answer 28

Subcutaneous Injection

Question 29

common sites employed when injecting subcutaneous

Answer 29

a. loose skin at the dorsal thoracic or neck area b. abdomen c. fold near the forelimbs and the hind limbs

Question 30

intravenous injection sites recommended for dogs

Answer 30

cephalic, saphenous and jugular vein

Question 31

intravenous injection sites recommended for pigs

Answer 31

anterior vena cava

Question 32

intravenous injection sites recommended for rats

Answer 32

tail vein

Question 33

intravenous injection sites recommended for poultry

Answer 33

wing vein

Question 34

Recommended intramuscular injection site for large animals such as cattle and horses

Answer 34

neck muscles

Question 35

drug is injected into the peritoneal cavity where absorption is rapid

Answer 35

intraperitoneal

Question 36

This can be facilitated by inserting a rubber tubing attached to a syringe or a French catheter rectally at approximately 2 – 3 inches.

Answer 36

rectal administration

Question 37

Give example(s) of a solution.

Answer 37

Dormosedan, baytril

Question 38

Give example(s) of a tincture

Answer 38

tincture of iodine, triodine 7

Question 39

Give example(s) of a suspension

Answer 39

metronidazole, zycortal suspension

Question 40

Give example(s) of a lotion

Answer 40

neovax (anti-flammatory)

Question 41

Give example(s) of a liniment

Answer 41

Absorbine Veterinary Liniment Gel For Horses, mineral ice

Question 42

Give example(s) of a paints

Answer 42

log paints

Question 43

Give example(s) of a drenches

Answer 43

phenothiazine drench

Question 44

Give example(s) of an emulsions

Answer 44

soaps, cholesterol, egg yolk

Question 45

Give example(s) of drops

Answer 45

eye - tolfenamic acid - gentamicin sulfate ear - otiderm

Question 46

Give example(s) of a spray

Answer 46

gentian violet

Question 47

Give example(s) of an intramammary injection

Answer 47

lineomam LC

Question 48

Give example(s) of a medicated block

Answer 48

mineral block, salt block