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What is the full form of PVP and what is its function in drug formation?(a) Polyvinyl propylene, diluent(b) Polyvinyl pyrrolidine, solubilizing agent(c) Polyvinyl propylene, buffering agent(d) Polyvinyl pyrrolidine, Binding agentI got this question by my school principal while I was bunking the class.My question is based upon Dosage Form Factors Affecting Drug Absorption topic in division Absorption of Drugs of Drug Biotechnology

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Correct choice is (d) POLYVINYL pyrrolidine, Binding agent

The EXPLANATION: Binding agents are used to HOLDING the powders together to form bigger granules. This helps to ensure the tablet remains INTACT. PVP is polyvinyl pyrrolidine used as a binding agent in PHARMACEUTICAL industries.



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