Question

question 14

which of the following medications should be dispensed in its original glass packaging and stored at room temperature away from heat, moisture and direct light?

methylprednisone dose pack
nitroglycerin sublingual tablets
azithromycin ophthalmic solution
warfarin tablets

Explanation:

Analyze the packaging and storage requirements

Using the Sublingual Administration knowledge point, we evaluate the unique physical and chemical stability properties of the listed medications. Nitroglycerin is a highly volatile substance that can easily evaporate or degrade when exposed to air, light, moisture, or plastic materials. To maintain its potency, nitroglycerin sublingual tablets must be dispensed and kept in their original, tightly capped amber glass bottle.

Evaluate the incorrect options

• Methylprednisolone dose pack: Typically dispensed in its original plastic blister calendar pack, not glass.
• Azithromycin ophthalmic solution: Typically dispensed in a plastic dropper bottle.
• Warfarin tablets: Standard oral tablets dispensed in routine light-resistant plastic prescription vials.

Answer:

• Methylprednisone dose pack
• Nitroglycerin sublingual tablets (Correct answer)
• Azithromycin ophthalmic solution
• Warfarin tablets