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Tablets are the most widely used oral dosage forms.
Tablets are the most widely used oral dosage forms.
True
Tablets consist of one or more active ingredients together with various excipients.
Tablets consist of one or more active ingredients together with various excipients.
True
Tablets are a flexible dosage form that allows for easy dose adjustment.
Tablets are a flexible dosage form that allows for easy dose adjustment.
False
The shape and size of tablets can contribute to their appearance and identification.
The shape and size of tablets can contribute to their appearance and identification.
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True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with polar liquids such as water or glycerin.
True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with polar liquids such as water or glycerin.
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True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with very hygroscopic or deliquescent substances.
True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with very hygroscopic or deliquescent substances.
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True or false: Gelatin capsules are not useful for volatile compounds.
True or false: Gelatin capsules are not useful for volatile compounds.
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True or false: Capsules will soften or become sticky if stored in un-sealed containers under humid, tropical conditions.
True or false: Capsules will soften or become sticky if stored in un-sealed containers under humid, tropical conditions.
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True or false: Gelatin capsules are typically filled with exact doses.
True or false: Gelatin capsules are typically filled with exact doses.
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True or false: Gelatin capsules can be easily sealed.
True or false: Gelatin capsules can be easily sealed.
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True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with oily (non-polar) liquids.
True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with oily (non-polar) liquids.
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True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with efflorescent substances.
True or false: Gelatin capsules can be filled with efflorescent substances.
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Dimetapp is a chewable tablet.
Dimetapp is a chewable tablet.
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Enteric coated tablets dissolve quickly in the mouth.
Enteric coated tablets dissolve quickly in the mouth.
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Buccal tablets are placed under the tongue.
Buccal tablets are placed under the tongue.
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Sublingual tablets dissolve slowly in the mouth.
Sublingual tablets dissolve slowly in the mouth.
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Chewable tablets are meant to be chewed before swallowing.
Chewable tablets are meant to be chewed before swallowing.
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Lozenges, troches, and lollipops are dissolved quickly in the mouth.
Lozenges, troches, and lollipops are dissolved quickly in the mouth.
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Multiple compressed tablets are made by more than one compression.
Multiple compressed tablets are made by more than one compression.
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Buffered tablets minimize drug irritation to the upper GI tract.
Buffered tablets minimize drug irritation to the upper GI tract.
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Effervescent tablets release carbon dioxide when placed in water.
Effervescent tablets release carbon dioxide when placed in water.
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Instant disintegrating tablets require chewing or liquid.
Instant disintegrating tablets require chewing or liquid.
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Tablet triturates are made for oral administration by a pharmacist.
Tablet triturates are made for oral administration by a pharmacist.
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Common tablet production methods include wet granulation.
Common tablet production methods include wet granulation.
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Study Notes
Overview of Tablet Production and Types of Tablets
- Dimetapp is a film-coated tablet (FCT) with Aquacoat and LustreClear as film coatings.
- Enteric coated tablets (ECT) include Dulcolax and Arthrotec.
- Buccal tablets are placed between the cheek and gums and dissolve slowly.
- Sublingual tablets are placed under the tongue for quick dissolution, such as Nitroglycerin and Lorazepam.
- Chewable tablets are meant to be chewed before swallowing and often contain sugars or flavoring agents.
- Lozenges, troches, and lollipops are dissolved slowly in the mouth for localized effects and can be prepared by fusion or candy molding process.
- Multiple compressed tablets are made by more than one compression and can be used for extended release.
- Buffered tablets are prepared with buffers to minimize drug irritation to the upper GI tract, like Tribuffered Aspirin.
- Effervescent tablets release carbon dioxide when placed in water, such as Alka-Seltzer.
- Instant disintegrating/dissolving tablets are designed to quickly disintegrate without the need for chewing or liquid, such as Zofran ODT.
- Tablet triturates, also known as molded tablets, are made for oral administration by a pharmacist.
- Common tablet production methods include wet granulation, dry granulation, and direct compression.
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Test your knowledge on tablet production and the various types of tablets in this informative quiz. Learn about different coatings, administration methods, and production techniques used in the manufacturing of tablets. Challenge yourself to become an expert in the world of tablets!
