Semisolid Dosage Forms
An overview of semisolid dosage forms used in the pharmaceutical industry, including ointments, creams, gels, and pastes. Learners will explore how these forms work, their advantages and disadvantages, and the various ingredients and stages involved in their production. The module covers the preparation of different semisolids, from ointments and creams to gels, as well as the components of transdermal patches, providing a foundational understanding of how these forms deliver therapeutic effects through the skin.
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 Semisolid Dosage Forms: Gain a foundational understanding of semisolid forms such as ointments, pastes, creams, and gels, and how they are used to treat various skin conditions.
- Understand Manufacturing Processes: Learn the key steps involved in producing ointments, creams, and gels, and understand the roles of ingredients like hydrocarbons, emulsifiers, and gelling agents.
- Recognize Advantages and Disadvantages: Understand the benefits of semisolid forms, such as their effectiveness in skin treatments and delivery of unstable active ingredients, as well as challenges like potential allergic reactions and varying absorption rates.
- Learn About Transdermal Patch Composition: Gain insights into the structure and function of transdermal patches, including their components such as protective films, adhesives, and drug reservoirs, for controlled release of active ingredients.
Learning Objectives
- Describe how semisolid dosage forms work.
- Name the different types of semisolid dosage forms.
- Describe the advantages and disadvantages of semisolids.
- Describe the stages involved in the preparation of an ointment, a cream, and a gel.
- List the common ingredients found in ointments, pastes, creams and gels.
- Describe the different components of a transdermal patch.
Keywords
- Adhesive Strip
- Active Ingredient
- Creams
- Emulsifiers
- Excipients
- Gels
- Protective Film
- Shelf Life
- Transdermal Patch
- Thickeners
Module Features
Animations
Voice Over
Knowledge Checks
Assessments
SCORM/AICC compatible
Full Screen
