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PART I - SYNOPSIS (10 Marks)
1a. Define emulsion. Give one example.
Emulsion is a biphasic liquid dosage form in which one immiscible liquid is dispersed in another in the form of small droplets, stabilized by an emulsifying agent.
Example: Castor Oil Emulsion (oil-in-water type)
1b. What is quality control in pharmaceuticals?
Quality control is a system of procedures and tests carried out to ensure that a pharmaceutical product meets its specified standards of identity, strength, purity, safety, and efficacy before it is released for use.
1c. What is Pharmacopoeia? Give two examples.
Pharmacopoeia is an official book that contains standards for drugs, excipients, and pharmaceutical preparations, including their composition, methods of preparation, tests, and storage conditions.
Examples:
- Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP)
- British Pharmacopoeia (BP)
1d. Define ointment base with example.
Ointment base is the vehicle or carrier used in ointment preparation that determines the consistency, drug release, and absorption of the ointment.
Example: White soft paraffin (Vaseline) - a hydrocarbon base used in Simple Ointment IP.
1e. What is suspension? Mention its use.
Suspension is a heterogeneous liquid dosage form in which fine, insoluble solid particles are dispersed in a liquid vehicle.
Use: Suspensions are used when the drug is insoluble in water, to mask the bitter taste, and to increase stability of drugs that are unstable in solution (e.g., Calamine Lotion, Antacid Suspension).
PART II - MAJOR EXPERIMENT (35 Marks)
2a. Prepare and Dispense Simple Syrup I.P.
Aim
To prepare and dispense Simple Syrup as per I.P. standards.
Definition
Simple Syrup is a concentrated aqueous solution of sucrose. It is used as a sweetening agent and vehicle for oral liquid preparations.
Formula (for 100 mL)
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sucrose (Refined Sugar) | 66.7 g |
| Purified Water (q.s.) | 100 mL |
(Note: I.P. standard - 66.7% w/v i.e., 667 g per litre)
Requirements
- Sucrose, Purified Water
- Beaker, measuring cylinder, glass rod, funnel, muslin cloth
- Amber-coloured glass bottle with cap
Method of Preparation
Step 1 - Weighing:
Weigh 66.7 g of sucrose accurately on a weighing balance.
Step 2 - Dissolution:
Take approximately 60-70 mL of purified water in a beaker. Add sucrose in portions with continuous stirring.
Step 3 - Heating (Cold method not preferred for I.P.):
Heat gently on a water bath or with occasional stirring until sucrose dissolves completely. Do not overheat to avoid caramelization.
Step 4 - Filtering:
Filter the warm syrup through moistened muslin cloth or filter paper to remove any turbidity or impurities.
Step 5 - Volume adjustment:
Allow to cool. Make up the volume to 100 mL with purified water.
Step 6 - Transfer & Packaging:
Transfer into a clean, dry, amber-coloured bottle. Seal tightly.
Evaluation / Quality Control Tests
| Test | Observation |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless, viscous liquid |
| Colour | Colourless |
| Odour | Odourless |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Specific gravity | 1.313 (I.P. limit: 1.30-1.32) |
| pH | Slightly acidic (around 5-7) |
| Clarity | No turbidity |
Label
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SIMPLE SYRUP I.P.
Batch No.: Date:
Quantity: 100 mL
Composition: Sucrose 66.7% w/v in
Purified Water
Use: As a vehicle/sweetening agent
Storage: In a cool, dry place. Keep
away from sunlight.
Mfg. By: [Name of Pharmacy Lab]
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Precautions
- Do not overheat - prevents caramelization and inversion of sucrose.
- Use only purified water.
- Make up volume only after the solution has cooled to room temperature.
- Store in a well-closed container in a cool place to prevent fermentation.
Category
Pharmaceutical Aid (Sweetening Agent / Vehicle)
PART II - MINOR EXPERIMENT
Batch A: Prepare Sulphur Ointment I.P. (25 Marks)
Aim
To prepare and dispense Sulphur Ointment as per I.P. standards.
Definition
Sulphur Ointment is a pharmaceutical preparation containing precipitated sulphur in a suitable ointment base, used for scabies and skin infections.
Formula (for 10 g)
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Precipitated Sulphur | 1 g (10% w/w) |
| Simple Ointment Base (White Soft Paraffin) | q.s. to 10 g |
(I.P. Standard: Precipitated Sulphur 10% w/w in Simple Ointment Base)
Simple Ointment Base Formula (for 9 g base):
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Hard Paraffin | 0.5 g |
| White Beeswax | 0.5 g |
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | 0.5 g |
| White Soft Paraffin | q.s. to 9 g |
Requirements
- Weighing balance, mortar and pestle, spatula, water bath
- Ointment slab (tile), wide-mouth ointment jar
Method of Preparation
Step 1 - Preparation of Base:
Weigh hard paraffin, white beeswax, and cetostearyl alcohol. Melt together on a water bath. Add white soft paraffin and stir until uniform. Cool to approximately 40°C.
Step 2 - Incorporation of Sulphur:
Weigh 1 g of precipitated sulphur. Triturate in a mortar to a fine powder.
Step 3 - Levigation:
Add a small quantity of the melted base to the sulphur and triturate well to form a smooth paste (levigation technique).
Step 4 - Mixing:
Gradually incorporate the remaining base with continuous spatulation on the ointment slab until a smooth, uniform ointment is obtained.
Step 5 - Packaging:
Transfer to a clean, dry, wide-mouth ointment jar.
Evaluation Tests
| Test | Observation |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow, smooth, uniform ointment |
| Colour | Pale yellow |
| Odour | Faint, characteristic |
| Texture | Smooth, no grittiness |
| Uniformity | Uniform distribution of sulphur |
| pH (skin test) | Slightly acidic |
Label
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SULPHUR OINTMENT I.P.
Batch No.: Date:
Quantity: 10 g
Composition: Precipitated Sulphur 10%
w/w in Simple Ointment Base
Use: For treatment of Scabies and
skin infections (Topical use only)
Storage: In a cool, dry place.
Keep tightly closed.
Mfg. By: [Name of Pharmacy Lab]
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Precautions
- Use only precipitated sulphur (not sublimed sulphur) for ointments.
- Ensure fine particle size by thorough trituration.
- Cool the base before adding sulphur to prevent decomposition.
- Use levigation technique for smooth incorporation.
- For external use only.
Category
Antiparasitic, Antifungal, Keratolytic Agent (Topical)
Batch B: Prepare Castor Oil Emulsion (25 Marks)
Aim
To prepare and dispense Castor Oil Emulsion (O/W type) as per pharmaceutical standards.
Definition
Castor Oil Emulsion is an oil-in-water (O/W) type emulsion in which castor oil is the dispersed (internal) phase and water is the continuous (external) phase, stabilized by an emulsifying agent (acacia).
Formula (for 100 mL)
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Castor Oil | 50 mL |
| Acacia (Emulsifying Agent) | 12.5 g |
| Purified Water | q.s. to 100 mL |
| Cinnamon Water / Peppermint Water | To improve taste (optional) |
| Saccharin Sodium | To sweeten (optional) |
(Primary emulsion ratio for fixed oils: Oil : Acacia : Water = 4 : 1 : 2)
Requirements
- Dry mortar and pestle, measuring cylinder, spatula
- Amber-coloured bottle with cap
Method of Preparation (Dry Gum / Continental Method)
Step 1 - Primary Emulsion:
Take a dry mortar. Place acacia powder (12.5 g) in the mortar. Add castor oil (50 mL) and triturate well for 1-2 minutes to coat acacia with oil.
Step 2 - Addition of water:
Add 25 mL of purified water all at once and triturate rapidly and continuously in one direction until a thick, white, creamy primary emulsion is formed (a characteristic "crackling" sound indicates correct formation).
Step 3 - Dilution:
Gradually dilute the primary emulsion with the remaining purified water in small portions with constant stirring.
Step 4 - Volume adjustment:
Make up the volume to 100 mL with purified water. Mix well.
Step 5 - Packaging:
Transfer to a clean, amber-coloured glass bottle. Seal tightly.
Evaluation Tests
| Test | Observation |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Creamy white, opaque liquid |
| Type of emulsion | O/W (confirmed by dilution test - miscible with water) |
| Dilution test | Miscible with water - O/W confirmed |
| Dye test | Water-soluble dye (methylene blue) disperses uniformly - O/W confirmed |
| Stability | No creaming or separation immediately |
| Smell | Faint, characteristic odour |
Label
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CASTOR OIL EMULSION
Batch No.: Date:
Quantity: 100 mL
Composition: Castor Oil 50% v/v
Acacia 12.5% w/v
Purified Water q.s.
Dose: 30-60 mL (as directed by physician)
Use: Purgative / Laxative
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Shake well before use.
Mfg. By: [Name of Pharmacy Lab]
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Precautions
- Use a dry mortar and pestle - moisture before the primary emulsion stage causes failure.
- Add water all at once during primary emulsion formation.
- Triturate rapidly and continuously in one direction only.
- Do not stop trituration during primary emulsion formation.
- Add remaining water only after a stable primary emulsion is formed.
- Write "Shake well before use" on the label.
Category
Laxative / Purgative (Oral use)
Key Points to Remember for Viva (Part III):
- Simple Syrup I.P. concentration: 66.7% w/v
- Emulsifying agent ratio for fixed oils (dry gum method): 4:1:2 (Oil:Acacia:Water)
- Sulphur Ointment contains Precipitated sulphur (not sublimed)
- Castor oil emulsion is O/W type
- Specific gravity of Simple Syrup: 1.313
- Ointment bases types: Hydrocarbon, Absorption, Water-removable, Water-soluble
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