compound Chemistry noun A substance made up of â¥ 2 elements. Pharmacology verb To combine two or more active pharmacologic agents into a single preparation, often referred to as a âdosage formâ. compound Clinical pharmacology verb To combine two or more active pharmacologics to produce a single preparation, often referred to as a dosage form.
Guava paste can usually be found in the international aisle of well-stocked grocery stores. You may find it in a wrapped bar as opposed to a large flat tin; I find that the canned product is better-tasting and more attractively colored than the stuff in the bar, but use what you can find.
Smell the fruit. According to the California Rare Fruit Growers, the aroma of the guava changes when it is ripe becoming musky, sweet and penetrating, so you should be able to smell it without having to put the fruit up to your nose. Ripe guavas can be stored in the refrigerator for two days. 2  Guavas purchased or picked when green and hard continue to ripen when kept at room temperature. 3  Place green guavas in a paper bag with a banana or apple for faster ripening.