Solid Dosage Forms Flashcards
1
Q
What are the advantages of solid dosage forms???
A
More stable than liquid dosage forms
More accurate dosing
Convenient to handle
Cheap to prepare
2
Q
What are the disadvantages of solid dosage forms???
A
Poor bioavailability (poor solubility, poor absorption)
Might cause local irritation.
3
Q
What are example of diluents???
A
Lactose, sucrose, mannitol, sorbitol, calcium phosphate
4
Q
What are examples of disintergrants???
A
Starch, cellulose, polyvinyl pyrrolidine, Na starch
glycolate
