Liquid Dosage Forms
An overview of the essential characteristics, production methods, and practical considerations of liquid dosage forms, including solutions and suspensions. This module details the advantages and limitations of liquid forms, outlines the critical ingredients and solvents used, and explains the step-by-step processes for preparing both solutions and suspensions, including dissolution, stirring, filtration, and milling. The content also highlights the unique challenges in measuring doses accurately and maintaining stability.
Whether for onboarding or annual refresher training, this Module is seamlessly deployable on any LMS and can be tailored to your company’s exact needs.
Duration: 30 Mins
Grade: Core Library
Description
- Learn About Liquid Dosage Forms: Gain foundational knowledge of solutions and suspensions, including their distinct properties and the types of patients who benefit from these forms.
- Understand Formulation Techniques: Learn the process for preparing liquid medicines, from dissolving active ingredients to removing impurities, and understand the importance of achieving consistent solubility.
- Recognize Advantages and Limitations: Develop a balanced understanding of the benefits of liquid forms, such as ease of administration, and the challenges, such as maintaining stability and masking taste.
- Apply Industry Best Practices: Learn practical aspects of formulating suspensions, including the importance of thorough mixing and the steps needed to ensure even distribution of active ingredients.
Learning Objectives
- Define the term ‘Liquid Dosage Form’.
- Outline the advantages and disadvantages of liquid dosage forms.
- List the ingredients used in liquid doses.
- Describe the preparation of liquid doses.
- List the ingredients used in suspensions.
- Describe the preparation of suspensions.
Keywords
- Active Ingredients
- Dissolution
- Dose Accuracy
- Filtration
- Liquid Dosage Forms
- Preparation Stages
- Milling
- Oral Absorption
- Stability
- Stirring
- Solutions
- Water Solubility
Module Features
Animations
Voice Over
Knowledge Checks
Assessments
SCORM/AICC compatible
Full Screen
