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What is the most commonly used water soluble lubricant for chewable tablets?
What is the most commonly used water soluble lubricant for chewable tablets?
- Stearic acid
- Polyethylene glycol (PEG) (correct)
- Talc
- Magnesium stearate
What happens if lubricants are added prior to wet granulation?
What happens if lubricants are added prior to wet granulation?
- Increases tablet hardness
- Decreases dissolution and disintegration (correct)
- Improves tablet bonding
- Enhances tablet disintegration
What is the main purpose of antiadherants in tablet manufacturing?
What is the main purpose of antiadherants in tablet manufacturing?
- Increase tablet weight
- Improve tablet hardness
- Enhance tablet disintegration
- Prevent sticking of powder to punches and die wall (correct)
What is the primary function of glidants in tablet production?
What is the primary function of glidants in tablet production?
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