Which pair describes alcoholic and hydroalcoholic solutions?

• A. Tinctures; Spirits
• B. Elixirs; Syrups
• C. Extracts; Infusions
• D. Capsules; Tablets

Answer: (A)

In this area, both terms refer to liquids where substances are dissolved in alcohol or a mixture of alcohol and water. Tinctures are alcoholic extracts made by macerating or percolating plant material in alcohol, producing an alcoholic or hydroalcoholic liquid. Spirits are highly concentrated alcoholic solutions of volatile substances, such as essential oils or aromatic compounds. Together, they describe alcoholic and hydroalcoholic solutions.

The other options don’t fit both categories: elixirs are hydroalcoholic liquids but syrups are just sugar in water; extracts and infusions are typically not alcohol-based solutions; capsules and tablets are solid dosage forms.