This document discusses the process of sugar coating tablets. It involves multiple steps including sealing, subcoating, smoothing, coloring, polishing and printing. The sealing step applies a coating to prevent moisture penetration. Subcoating rounds the edges and increases tablet size. Smoothing covers imperfections and imparts color. Coloring uses pigments for uniform color. Polishing applies wax for a glossy finish. Printing identifies the tablet. Coated multiparticulates like pellets are also discussed for modified release with mechanisms like diffusion, osmosis, dialysis and erosion.