Exam 1 excipient pairings Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What type of excipient is sorbitol?
A
sweetener
2
Q
What type of excipient is benzoic acid?
A
preservative
3
Q
What type of excipient is citric acid?
A
buffering agent
chealating agent
antioxidant
4
Q
What type of excipient is cetyl alcohol?
A
emulsifier
thickening agent (surfactant)
5
Q
What type of excipient is glycerin?
A
humectant
(adds water to mixture & helps dissolve less soluble drugs)
6
Q
What type of excipient is magnesium aluminum silicate?
A
emulsifier
structured vehicle system
small particle that changes rheology of vehicle
7
Q
What type of excipient is polysorbate 80?
A
wetting agent
