The various evaluation tests for suppositories

The various evaluation tests for suppositories are * Test of appearance * Test of physical strength * Test of dissolution rate * Test of melting range * Test of softening time * Test of uniformity of drug content * Test of drug uptake Test of appearance All the suppositories should be uniform in size and shape. They should...

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The FDA system ranks drugs as:

· Category A - drugs that have been tested for safety during pregnancy and have been found to be safe. This includes drugs such as folic acid, vitamin B6, and thyroid medicine in moderation, or in prescribed doses. · Category B - drugs that have been used a lot during pregnancy and do not appear to cause major birth defects or other...

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