10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a reason for tablet coating?
To improve the final elegance of the tablet
What is one of the important properties a tablet must have to withstand the mechanical stress during tablet coating?
Resistance to abrasion
Which aspect of tablet coating will be discussed in the text?
Tablet properties
What is one of the reasons for incorporating another drug in the tablet coating?
To avoid chemical incompatibility
Why are tablets that soften in the presence of heat unsuitable for tablet coating?
They are affected by the coating materials
What are excipients in industrial pharmacy?
Materials added to tablets in addition to the active ingredient
Why are excipients necessary in tablets?
To compress small doses of drugs that cannot be compressed alone
What are the different types of excipients based on their function?
Diluents, binders, disintegrants, lubricants, glidants, colorants, flavors, and sweeteners
What properties should an ideal excipient have?
Not costly, physically, chemically, and biologically stable
What negative effect should the diluent in tablets have on the active ingredient?
No negative effect on bioavailability
Test your knowledge on tablet coating in industrial pharmacy. Learn about the reasons for tablet coating and how it can mask taste, protect drugs, modify release, and avoid chemical incompatibilities.
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