PHA317 Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms and Calculations Laboratory II

[1–2, 1 cr.]

This laboratory course is delivered concurrently with PHA316 Dosage Forms II course. Techniques and principles used to prepare and dispense individual extemporaneous prescriptions, including calculations and labeling of compounded dosage forms, are covered. The formulation, preparation and quality control assessment of semisolid preparations such as ointments and creams, suppositories, parenterals, ophthalmic, otic and nasal preparations, and other topical products, are covered. Moreover, the course addresses systems of measurement and relevant pharmaceutical calculations.

Co-requisites: PHA316 Dosage Forms II and Professional Year 1 status