Question

While preparing the following:
Rx
 Salicylic acid: 3 g
   Sulfur ppt: 7 g
   Lanolin: 10 g
   White petroleum: 10 g
The pharmacist should:

• A. Use a rubber spatula to weigh and levigate the salicylic acid
• B. Mix the powders using geometric dilution in a mortar
• C. Place on an ointment tile and levigate the ingredients using geometric dilution
• D. All the above

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The correct option is (C): Place on an ointment tile and levigate the ingredients using geometric dilution.