Oral Drops as pharmaceutical form and its Peculiarity in Galenic Practice

Aim of this work it to verify the relevant concept useful in galenic practice related the pharmaceutical form: galenic oral drops. Due by its specificity are analyzed the critical properties to be considered: some times are used high concentration of very active APIs and it is needed to verify the chemico physical characteristics involved as well as the need to use calibrated dropper to avoid overdosage (needed verify of the assessment dosage). Using Different vehicle, it can change the number of drops for milliter. A specific focus on the excipients is provided and the quality control required by Pharmacopeia. Some formulation in use will be reported to clarify the concept.