NCIt definition : A solution or suspension composed of a viscid vehicle that contains a high concentration
of sucrose or other sugars and active and/or inert ingredient(s).;
Alternative definition : CDISC: An oral solution containing high concentrations of sucrose or other sugars;
the term has also been used to include any other liquid dosage form prepared in a
sweet and viscid vehicle, including oral suspensions. (NCI); EDQM-HC: Liquid, single-dose or multidose aqueous preparation characterised by a sweet
taste and a viscous consistency and usually containing aromatic or other flavouring
agents, intended for oral use. Each dose from a multidose container is administered
by means of a device suitable for measuring the prescribed volume. The device is usually
a spoon or a cup for volumes of 5 mL or multiples thereof or an oral syringe for other
volumes.;