NCIt definition : A tablet whose outer shell is covered with a substance.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: A solid dosage form that contains medicinal substances with or without suitable
diluents and is covered with a designated coating. (NCI); EDQM-HC: Solid single-dose preparation consisting of a tablet coated with one or more
layers of mixtures of various substances such as sugars and waxes. To the coating
colouring matter, flavouring substances and active substance(s) may be added. The
thickness of the coating is greater than that of a film-coated tablet. Coated tablets
have a smooth surface. They are intended for oral use. When the coating dissolves
or disintegrates the active substance(s) is (are) released into the gastrointestinal
fluid at a rate depending essentially on its intrinsic properties (conventional release).;
Currated CISMeF NLP mapping