In 1953, Abbot Laboratories launched the first sugar-coated tablet. It was first created by the French in mid of 1800. The first patent was issued in 1837. Then, it was initially applied to the pills of Cubeb and Copaiba in 1840. The strategy of sugar-coating was then spread to the United States and many other organizations began utilizing this method.
Sugar coating is a multistage cycle and is an extensive process. Weight gain during the process may go from 30-80% or up to 100 percent depending on the detailing. The use of a layer of sugar or sucrose over the center tablet is known as sugar coating. It is applied over tablets for various reasons and the most significant is to veil the taste. It is the most seasoned method of coating utilized in pharmaceutical industries.
The guideline for sugar coating is extremely straightforward. The solution of sucrose or sugar is applied over pivoting warm tablets; and with the use of heat, the solvent then vanishes. It is a complicated interaction and it primarily relies on the abilities and experience of the administrator or individual who is performing the sugar-coating process.
As opposed to film coating where a large portion of the coating boundaries is constrained via a programmed system, in sugar-coating for the most part traditional technique is utilized where all means are done physically.
In addition to that, the following must be determined by the operator.
- How much solution is applied in a single coat?
- How much intensity ought to be given?
So, for traditional sugar-coating techniques, a skilled administrator is generally significant.
In spite of the fact that automation of sugar-coating is additionally accessible, it should be possible in perforated pans involving a solution delivery system in the type of spouts however there are the following downsides
- Choking of perforations.
On account of the above downsides, it is preferred to perform sugar-coating in a traditional covering skillet.
