Unit 6: Oral Liquid Dosage Forms
Oral liquid dosage forms include solutions, syrups, suspensions, and emulsions, offering ease of administration and rapid absorption. Formulation requires careful selection of stabilizers, preservatives, and emulsifiers to ensure physical and microbial stability.
Definition
Oral liquid dosage forms are preparations intended for oral administration in liquid state, including solutions, syrups, suspensions, and emulsions.
They offer flexibility in dosing, ease of administration for pediatric and geriatric patients, and faster onset of action compared to solids. Formulation requires attention to solubility, stability, and palatability.
Key Points
Includes solutions, syrups, suspensions, and emulsions
Requires preservatives for microbial stability
USP standards apply for uniformity and microbial limits
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