Factors that influence which formulation of prescribe
XL
Extended release
MR
Modified release
SR
Sustained release
PR
Prolonged release
LA
Long acting
CR
Controlled release
EC
Enteric coated
GR
Gasto resistant
Why are EC/GR used
Medicines have coating that prevents them from dissolving in the stomach. It is dissolved and absorbed in the small intestine
SL and why we use it
Sublingual
Often have quicker onset of action compared with tablets absorbed through stomach as it bypass the first pass metabolism
Buccal means
Placed in gum cavity - between gum and upper lip
Avoids first pass metabolism
Types of inhalers
Pressurised metered dose inhaler
Dry powder
Pr
Rectal
Pv
Vaginal