What auxiliary label must be added to suspensions?

What auxiliary label must be added to suspensions?

• A. Keep Refrigerated
• B. Shake Well
• C. Do Not Freeze
• D. Store in a Cool Dry Place

Answer: (B)

Suspensions have solid particles that settle out over time. Because the drug isn’t dissolved, a measured dose can end up with different concentrations unless the mixture is redisperse evenly before use. Telling the patient to shake well ensures the particles are evenly distributed again, so each dose contains the intended amount of drug. Other labels like refrigerating, freezing, or general storage directions may be important for specific products, but they don’t address the need to re-suspend the medication to guarantee uniform dosing.

Suspensions have solid particles that settle out over time. Because the drug isn’t dissolved, a measured dose can end up with different concentrations unless the mixture is redisperse evenly before use. Telling the patient to shake well ensures the particles are evenly distributed again, so each dose contains the intended amount of drug.

Other labels like refrigerating, freezing, or general storage directions may be important for specific products, but they don’t address the need to re-suspend the medication to guarantee uniform dosing.