Teaching types of medication to doctors whose first language isn't english.

1. TYPES OF MEDICATION

2. CAPSULES

3. INJECTION

4. OINTMENT

5. PASTE OR CREAM

6. LOTION

7. OINMENTS are greasier than creams and have a thicker texture. CREAMS are more acceptable cosmetically and tend to be used on the face as they are less visible. PASTES are stiffer preparations which contain more powdered solids. LOTIONS are liquid and used in areas such as the scalp where an ointment or cream would adhere to the hair.

8. SUPPOSITORY PESSARY for vaginal use

9. POWDER

10. SOLUTION

11. SPRAY

12. SYRUP

13. TABLETS

14. GELCAPS

15. INHALER