Significance of Dosage form
Dosage form refers to the various physical forms in which drugs are produced and dispensed for administration, including tablets, capsules, liquids, and injections. It dictates how drugs are delivered to patients, influencing their solubility, absorption, and effectiveness. Different preparations, such as oral liquids, powders, and topical applications, exist to ensure appropriate drug delivery. The key concept emphasizes the importance of physical forms in determining not only the method of administration but also the overall treatment outcomes in both conventional and Ayurvedic practices.
Synonyms: Pharmaceutical form, Drug formulation, Formulation, Drug dosage
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The concept of Dosage form in scientific sources
The keyphrase "Dosage form" encompasses various drug presentations, including physical forms like tablets and liquids, and specific Ayurvedic preparations such as Churna and Vati, highlighting diverse options for medication administration.
From: World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research
(1) A specific formulation of a pharmaceutical preparation that determines how the drug is administered and absorbed in the body.[1] (2) The specific method of preparing and delivering medication, in this case referring to the compacted Pottali kalpana.[2] (3) The physical forms of medicinal preparations, which may include tablets, powders, and various compounded forms made for specific delivery and effectiveness.[3] (4) The physical form in which a medication is produced and dispensed for administration, which can include tablets, capsules, etc.[4] (5) The forms in which medication is delivered, e.g., tablets, capsules, or vesicles.[5]
From: International Ayurvedic Medical Journal
(1) Different ways to administer the drug, including powder, liquid extracts, and decoctions for therapeutic use.[6] (2) The physical form in which a drug is produced and administered.[7] (3) Different preparations and forms in which Jatamansi can be administered, including powders and oils.[8] (4) The physical form of a drug preparation, here specifically referring to the granules formulated from Kushmanda and Brahmi.[9] (5) The various preparations derived from Tulsi, which are used to treat different health issues.[10]
From: AYU (Journal of Research in Ayurveda)
(1) The physical form in which a drug is produced and dispensed, including tablets, powders, liquids, etc.[11] (2) Different preparations of a drug, such as capsules, powders, or tablets, that dictate how the drug is administered.[12] (3) Different preparations of drugs, such as leaf powder and decoction, evaluated for their medicinal effects in the study.[13] (4) Different forms of drug presentation, including those described in Ayurvedic texts, which offer various options for administering medications.[14] (5) Different preparations or formulations of a drug, in this case referring specifically to Churna and Vati of Haritaki.[15]
From: Ancient Science of Life
(1) Various forms in which drugs are prepared for use, including asavas, aristas, and powders.[16] (2) The physical form of a prescribed substance that is administered, such as Vangabhasma in this study.[17] (3) The specific preparation of a drug, such as the suspension of Makaradhwaja using gum acacia for oral administration.[18] (4) Different physical forms in which Ayurvedic medicines are prepared and administered, such as powders or liquid extracts.[19]
From: Ayushdhara journal
(1) The method in which drugs are prepared and administered, here referring specifically to the Kwatha of Guduchi and Gambhari.[20] (2) The specific ways in which Musta can be administered, including powdered form and decoction.[21] (3) Refers to various preparations of Guduchi, with Satwa being one that is specifically highlighted in Ayurvedic practices.[22] (4) Different forms of administering medication, in this case, involving normal dose, half dose, and double dose.[23]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine
(1) The physical form of a medication, which could be tablets, capsules, liquids, or, in this context, Sneha Kalpana and liposomes.[24] (2) Different ways in which a drug can be administered, such as oral, anal, or intrauterine routes, that may influence its effectiveness.[25] (3) Different formats of medication, including Swarasa (juice), Churna (powder), Taila (oil), and others.[26]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine
(1) Different physical forms in which medications can be administered to patients.[27] (2) Various delivery methods in Ayurveda, including oral, nasal, and topical routes for administering formulations like Anu Tailam.[28] (3) The physical form in which a drug is delivered to achieve therapeutic effects, such as cream, paste, or powder.[29]