Definition: A suspension is a biphasic liquid dosage form containing finely divided insoluble solid particles dispersed uniformly in a liquid medium. The solids are maintained in suspension by employing suitable suspending agents. Suspensions are used for oral, topical, ophthalmic, and parenteral delivery of drugs. Characteristics of Suspensions 1. Heterogeneous System: …
Biphasic liquids – Suspension, Advantages, Disadvantages
Biphasic liquids refer to a system consisting of two immiscible liquid phases, typically one liquid dispersed in the form of droplets within the other. In such systems, the two liquids do not dissolve or mix uniformly but instead form distinct phases with separate physical and chemical properties.Various types of systems …