Syrups & Suspensions
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Syrups are liquid medications in which the active ingredient is dissolved in a concentrated solution of sugar or a sugar substitute. They are sweet and viscous, making them particularly suitable for children or adults who have difficulty swallowing pills. Syrups help mask the unpleasant taste of certain medications, improving patient compliance.
How it works:
Medicated Syrups: Contain therapeutic agents for treating specific conditions, such as cough syrups. Flavored Syrups: Enhanced with flavors like cherry or orange to make the medicine more palatable. Sugar-Free Syrups: Formulated for individuals who need to monitor their sugar intake, such as diabetics. Herbal Syrups: Made from herbal extracts and used in alternative medicine practices.
Other Info:
Suspensions are liquid preparations that contain finely divided, undissolved particles of medication dispersed throughout a liquid medium. Since the active ingredient is not fully dissolved, suspensions must be shaken well before use to ensure even distribution of the medication. Suspensions are ideal for drugs that are insoluble or unstable in solution. Types of suspensions include:
Oral Suspensions: Intended for ingestion, often used for antibiotics or antacids.
Topical Suspensions: Applied to the skin, such as calamine lotion.
Injectable Suspensions: Administered via injection for medications that are not soluble in water.
Reconstitutable Suspensions: Supplied as dry powders to be mixed with water before dispensing, enhancing shelf life and stability.
Key Points:
Ease of Administration: Liquid form allows for adjustable dosing, beneficial for patients requiring specific dose adjustments.
Preservative Properties: High sugar concentration can act as a preservative, extending the product's shelf life.
Stability: The suspension form can improve the stability of certain drugs that degrade quickly in solution.
