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(Created page with "= Drug formulations = Drug formulations are different ways to administer drugs, like intravenous, by tablet, by eyedrops, etc. They have different advantages and disadvantages. === Oral medication === All oral medications are taken by mouth and most are also swallowed. Their advantages: * Convenient * Economical Their disadvantages * Nausea, vomiting * Irritation of gastric mucosa * Unpleasant taste or smell * Drugs must be absorbed via GIT -> needs time, can vary b...") |
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Drug formulations are different ways to administer drugs, like intravenous, by tablet, by eyedrops, etc. They have different advantages and disadvantages. | Drug formulations are different ways to administer drugs, like intravenous, by tablet, by eyedrops, etc. They have different advantages and disadvantages. | ||