DDS LEC FINALS: __ in the formula for the suppositories minimizes this action; however, if necessary, the suppositories may be moistened with __ prior to insertion to reduce the initial tendency of the base to draw water from the mucous membranes and irritate the tissues.

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__ in the formula for the suppositories minimizes this action; however, if necessary, the suppositories may be moistened with __ prior to insertion to reduce the initial tendency of the base to draw water from the mucous membranes and irritate the tissues.

LEIGHTON DWIGHT OBILLOS · Accepted Answer

Water

glycerol + water + gelatin = glycero-gelatin base

DDS LEC FINALS

in the formula for the suppositories minimizes this action; however, if necessary, the suppositories may be moistened with prior to insertion to reduce the initial tendency of the base to draw water from the mucous membranes and irritate the tissues.

Water glycerol + water + gelatin = glycero-gelatin base

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