Sucrose and Micro Crystalline Cellulose in Pharmacy
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What is the primary function of Micro Crystalline Cellulose (MCC) in pharmaceuticals?

  • Increasing the sweetness of the tablets
  • Reducing moisture content in tablets
  • Acting as a disintegrating agent (correct)
  • Enhancing the taste of the tablets

    • What are the characteristics of NuTab in comparison to Sugartab?

  • Lower sucrose content and no invert sugar
  • Higher sucrose content and lower invert sugar (correct)
  • Lower sucrose content and higher invert sugar
  • Higher sucrose content and no invert sugar

    • Which type of Avicel is suitable for wet granulation method?

  • Avicel 102 (Granules - PH 102)
  • Avicel 103
  • Avicel 112
  • Avicel 101 (Powder - PH 101) (correct)

    • What is the primary purpose of calcium salts like Emcompress and Ditab in pharmaceutical formulations?

    <p>To act as diluents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance is known for causing interaction with tetracycline's API due to the formation of insoluble complexes?

    <p>Calcium salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of Binders & Adhesives in pharmaceutical granulation?

    <p>Enhancing tablet hardness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is ApoMind known for in the context of pharmaceutical coaching?

    <p>(Fictitious) Expertise in GPAT/NIPER coaching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue is associated with the products containing black particles on friction?

    <p>(Fictitious) Reduced tablet bioavailability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic makes NuTab water-insoluble?

    <p>Presence of corn starch and magnesium stearate</p> Signup and view all the answers

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