Pharmaceutics II Exam 2 Concepts Practice Test

Compared to elixirs, syrups have a higher proportion of alcohol.

True False Not necessarily Sometimes

Correct Answer:

False

Explanation:

In pharmaceutical liquids, syrups are concentrated aqueous sugar solutions, while elixirs are hydro-alcoholic solutions where alcohol serves as part of the solvent. Because alcohol is a defining component of elixirs, they contain a noticeable amount of ethanol, whereas syrups contain little to no alcohol beyond trace amounts from flavorings or preservatives. Thus, elixirs have a higher proportion of alcohol than syrups, making the statement false. Some syrups may include small amounts of alcohol, but the overall alcohol content is still much higher in elixirs.

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