Fluid bed processing was mentioned as part of the granulation process in preparing material for capsules and for tablet compression, it is also used for tablet coating. There are three methods described for tablet coating using a fluid bed process based on the directional source of the spray and each has its best uses, make a table to show them.

Fluid bed processing equipment can be used for which of the following? (A) Fluid bed processing equipment can do all of these so this is the answer (B) To dry and granulate a wet paste or powder (C) To mix or blend ingredients including powders, granules, etc (D) To apply coatings to tablets and granules

Granulation is often used as a preliminary process step in solid dosage manufacturing for which of the following reasons? A. Granules are a desirable final form for drug products that are to be mixed with food or beverage B. Granules have more efficient flow properties than powders and can be used in high speed production equipment C. All of these are correct, so this is the answer D. Granules are stable in storage, products can easily be reconstituted just prior to being dispensed

What is compression coating used for? answer this question from the book "Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms and Drug Delivery Systems" chapter 8 and 9.

For each of the following excipients used in the manufacture of tablets, match the term to its purpose in the manufacturing process:-Diluents-Sugarcoating-Binders-Glidant, Lubricant-Colorants-Film coating-Disintegrant-Lyophilized foamA. Adds bulk to achieve proper dose and tablet sizeB. Protects the drug from environment, covers taste and odor, thick and shinyC. Allows granulation and holds final tablet togetherD. Keeps process material from sticking to equipment, allows high speed productionE. Makes the product look distinctive and attractive for the customerF. Polymer layer that protects product until it reaches desired location in gastrointestinal tract, then it rupturesG. Promotes the break-up of tablets to smaller particlesH. Allows this dosage form to dissolve in a few seconds

What is compression coating used for?