NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PHARMACEUTICS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Colorants add in which step of Tablet Coating?
A
Seal Coating
B
Sub Coating
C
Syrup Coating
D
Polishing
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -This stage is where the tablet is smoothed and colour may be added. There are two methods of Subcoating: A gum based solution or syrup is coated on the tablet.

Detailed explanation-2: -Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is one of the most commonly used pharmaceutical excipients. It is widely used as a white pigment in tablet and pellet coatings.

Detailed explanation-3: -• Sealing. – application of a sealant to protect the tablet cores from water applied during subsequent stages. • Subcoating. • Smoothing (or Grossing) • Colouring. • Polishing. • Printing.

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