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Which polymer is commonly used as a disintegrating agent in tablets?
Which polymer is commonly used as a disintegrating agent in tablets?
- Starch (correct)
- Polyvinyl chloride
- Polypropylene
- Polyethylene glycol
What happens if the concentration of disintegrating agent in a tablet is too high?
What happens if the concentration of disintegrating agent in a tablet is too high?
- The tablet becomes too hard
- The tablet becomes too large
- The tablet dissolves too quickly
- The tablet becomes unstable to moisture (correct)
What type of agent is used to aid in the digestion of disintegrating agents in the gastrointestinal tract?
What type of agent is used to aid in the digestion of disintegrating agents in the gastrointestinal tract?
- Emulsifiers
- Acids
- Enzymes (correct)
- Antioxidants
What is the function of a disintegrating agent in a tablet?
What is the function of a disintegrating agent in a tablet?
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Why is it important to use disintegrating agents in appropriate concentrations?
Why is it important to use disintegrating agents in appropriate concentrations?
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What are common examples of polymers used as disintegrating agents in tablets?
What are common examples of polymers used as disintegrating agents in tablets?
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