NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What does adsorption entail in pharmacological terms?

  1. Drug is dissolved in solution

  2. Drug adheres to container

  3. Drug is broken down by stomach acid

  4. Drug reaches the bloodstream

The correct answer is: Drug adheres to container

Adsorption in pharmacological terms refers to the process of a drug adhering to a surface or container rather than being dissolved in solution or broken down by stomach acid. Therefore, option B is the correct answer as it accurately describes the concept of adsorption in pharmacology.