250 points on Tablet Formulation
250 points on Tablet Formulation
Excipients
Tablet Evaluation
Pharmacokinetics of Tablets
231. Absorption depends on dissolution rate.
232. Distribution is affected by plasma protein binding.
233. Metabolism occurs mainly in the liver.
234. Excretion happens via kidneys or bile.
235. First-pass metabolism reduces bioavailability.
236. Controlled-release tablets avoid first-pass metabolism.
237. Modified-release tablets maintain steady drug levels.
238. Hydrophilic drugs dissolve quickly in plasma.
239. Lipophilic drugs cross membranes easily.
240. Drug interactions may alter bioavailability.