Loratidine Is the Active Ingredient in the Antihistamine Claritin®

question 52

True/False

Loratidine is the active ingredient in the antihistamine Claritin®. Mass spectral analysis of loratidine shows M⁺ at m/z = 382 and M⁺ at m/z = 384 in an approximate ratio of 3:1 in intensity. This data indicates that loratidine contains fluorine.

Comprehend the importance of cycle counting, its implementation, and how it varies from item to item based on classification.

Identify the fundamental issues in inventory management, including selection of items for order and choice of suppliers.

Grasp the concept and application of ABC analysis in inventory management for prioritizing inventory control efforts.

Understand the impact of setup costs on the economic order quantity and how reductions in setup time affect order quantities.

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