Question 1

What is different in B tooling and D tooling?

Accepted Answer

B tooling and D tooling differ in the diameter of both the punch and die.

Question 2

Ratio of methyl paraben and propyl paraben used as preservative in capsule?

Accepted Answer

The ratio of methyl paraben to propyl paraben used as a preservative in capsules is typically 4:1. This combination is commonly used in pharmaceutical formulations to prevent microbial growth.

Question 3

Dispirin is a?

Accepted Answer

Dispirin is a brand name for a dispersible tablet, which means it is designed to dissolve in water before being consumed.

Question 4

For Sugar Coated tablet, the specified disintegration time is:

Accepted Answer

The specified disintegration time for sugar-coated tablets is 60 minutes. This allows enough time for the sugar coating to dissolve before the tablet starts to disintegrate, ensuring the medication is released in a controlled manner.

Question 5

Adhesion of tablet material to die wall is called:

Accepted Answer

Sticking refers to the adhesion of tablet material to the die wall during the tablet manufacturing process, which can lead to defects in the tablets.

Question 6

Which of the following is responsible for sticking?

Accepted Answer

Excessive moisture can cause materials to stick together, leading to clumping or adhesion issues.

Question 7

Which of the following is not a commercially available Starch product?

Accepted Answer

Sugar tab is not a starch product; it is typically a sugar-based excipient.

Question 8

Aerosil is used as a:

Accepted Answer

Aerosil is primarily used as a glidant in tablet manufacturing to improve the flow properties of the powder mixture.

Question 9

Tablets that are placed between cheek and teeth are known as:

Accepted Answer

Buccal tablets are specifically designed to dissolve slowly when placed between the cheek and the gums, allowing for direct absorption of the medication into the bloodstream through the mucous membranes of the mouth.

Question 10

Flow rate of granules from the hopper can be improved by adding:

Accepted Answer

Glidants are added to improve the flowability of granules or powders by reducing interparticle friction, which can enhance the flow rate from a hopper.

Question 11

The aim of Sub-coating is:

Accepted Answer

The answer of The aim of Sub-coating is:
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Question 12

The following ingredients are commonly used as coating agents for film coating except:

Accepted Answer

Carnuba Wax is primarily used in tablet formulations as a polishing agent rather than as a film coating agent. CAP (Cellulose Acetate Phthalate), HEC (Hydroxyethyl Cellulose), and Sodium CMC (Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose) are commonly used as film-forming agents in coating solutions.

Question 13

The Wurster process can be used for:

Accepted Answer

The Wurster process is a coating technique used in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly for coating small particles or pellets to control the release of drugs.

Question 14

In tablet formulation, PVP is used mainly as:

Accepted Answer

PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone) is primarily used as a binder in tablet formulations to help hold the ingredients of the tablet together.

Question 15

Use of cross povidone in tablet formulation:

Accepted Answer

Cross povidone is primarily used as a disintegrant in tablet formulations to help the tablet break down into smaller fragments in the digestive tract, enhancing the release and absorption of the medication.

Question 16

Use of colloidal silicone dioxide in tablet formulation:

Accepted Answer

Colloidal silicone dioxide is primarily used as a glidant in tablet formulations to improve the flow properties of the powder mixture before tablet compression.

Question 17

Boxes and cartons are covered in which type of packaging in pharmaceutical?

Accepted Answer

Secondary packaging is used for grouping primary packaged products, such as boxes and cartons for pharmaceuticals, providing additional protection and labeling space.

Question 18

____________ is the best pharmaceutical packaging film for tablets, capsules, which is taking place of PVC film.

Accepted Answer

Alu-alu foil is considered the best pharmaceutical packaging film for tablets and capsules, as it offers superior protection against moisture, light, and oxygen, thereby extending the shelf life of the products.

Question 19

Which of the following polymer is widely used in film coating of tablets?

Accepted Answer

HPMC (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose) is widely used in film coating of tablets due to its excellent film-forming properties, solubility in water, and compatibility with various drugs and excipients.

Question 20

Lamination is:

Accepted Answer

Lamination refers to the separation of a tablet into two or more distinct layers, which is a common defect in tablet manufacturing.

Quiz 4: Pharmaceutical Formulation and Packaging