Which of the following containers is used for dispensing suppositories?

Hinged-lid
Dropper bottles
Wide-mouth bottles
Round vials


Hinged-lid

Rationale: Hinged-lid containers are used for dispensing suppositories, as well as powders. Dropper bottles are used for ophthalmic, nasal, otic, or oral liquids to be administered by drop. Wide-mouth bottles are used for bulk powders or large quantities of drugs. Round vials are used for solid dosage forms such as tablets or capsules.

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