Question

Which medication form is commonly prepared for administration by parenteral routes? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct.

1 Elixir
2 Troche
3 Extract
4 Powder
5 Solution

Answer 1

Medication forms such as solutions and powders are commonly prepared for parenteral administration. Elixirs, troches, and extracts are not typically used for this route. The oral route is the most convenient for home administration of antimicrobial treatment for systemic infections.

Step-by-step explanation:

The medication forms commonly prepared for administration by parenteral routes, which include intravenous or intramuscular injections, are generally solutions and powders. Solutions are often used for direct injection or infusion into the bloodstream, while powders may be reconstituted with a solvent into a solution prior to administration. Troches and elixirs are typically administered orally, and extracts can be prepared in various forms but are not commonly used in parenteral routes.

Answering the multiple-choice part of the question:

1. Elixir - No, not commonly prepared for parenteral routes.
2. Troche - No, not commonly prepared for parenteral routes.
3. Extract - No, not commonly prepared for parenteral routes.
4. Powder - Yes, commonly prepared for parenteral routes.
5. Solution - Yes, commonly prepared for parenteral routes.

Regarding the appropriate route of administration for home administration of an antimicrobial to treat a systemic infection, the oral route (A. oral) would be the most convenient and appropriate for home use, assuming that the antimicrobial compound is effectively absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract.