What are liquid medications?
Liquid medicines include liquids, solutions, syrups and mixtures and are commonly used in patients that have difficulty swallowing medicines. They are also commonly used in children and the elderly. The liquid medicine should be made such that the dose needed will be a sensible volume such as 5mL (one teaspoon).
Can I get my medication in liquid form?
A liquid medicine can come in many forms which includes solutions, suspensions and syrups. Most commonly prescribed medications are available in a liquid format which can make taking medication easier. Rosemont Pharmaceuticals are experts in liquid medicines, with over 50 years’ experience.
What are examples of OTC drugs?
Popular examples include pain relievers like acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), cough suppressants such as dextromethorphan (Robitussin) and antihistamines like loratadine (Claritin 24H). These drugs are usually located on shelves in pharmacies, grocery stores, and even in gas stations.
What are the most commonly used OTC medications?
Commonly abused OTC drugs include:
- Cough and cold medicines (dextromethorphan)
- Pain relievers (acetaminophen and ibuprofen)
- Nasal decongestants (pseudoephedrine)
- Motion sickness pills (dimenhydrinate and diphenhydramine)
What is oral liquid medication?
Oral liquids are homogeneous liquid preparations, usually contains a solution, an emulsion or a suspension of one or more active ingredients in a suitable liquid base. They are prepared for oral administration either as such or after dilution.
What is like Mylanta?
Calcium carbonate (Alka-Seltzer, Tums) Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia) Gaviscon, Gelusil, Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids. Pepto-Bismol.
What do you do if a client refuses to take their medications?
If a client is refusing and saying they don’t want to take their medication, you should:
- Try to find out the reason why e.g. unpleasant side effects?
- Explain calmly the consequences of not taking their prescribed medication.
- If no reason given, wait a while and ask again.
What are liquid preparation?
Definition. Liquid preparations for oral use are usually solutions, emulsions or suspensions containing one or more active ingredients in a suitable vehicle; they may in some cases consist simply of a liquid active ingredient used as such.
What are oral liquids?
Oral liquids are homogeneous liquid preparations, usually consisting of a solution, an emulsion, or a suspension, of one or more active ingredients in a suitable liquid base. They are prepared for oral administration either as such or after dilution.