1. TYPES
OF
MEDICATION

2. CAPSULES

3. INJECTION

4. OINTMENT

5. PASTE OR CREAM

6. LOTION

7. OINMENTS are greasier than creams
and have a thicker texture.
CREAMS are more acceptable
cosmetically and tend to be used on
the face as they are less visible.
PASTES are stiffer preparations which
contain more powdered solids.
LOTIONS are liquid and used in areas
such as the scalp where an ointment
or cream would adhere to the hair.

8. SUPPOSITORY
PESSARY for vaginal use

9. POWDER

10. SOLUTION

11. SPRAY

12. SYRUP

13. TABLETS

14. GELCAPS

15. INHALER