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Lubricants can help reduce the friction between the surface of the tablet and the die cavity's wall. Examples of lubricants used in the pharmaceutical industry include magnesium stearate, calcium stearate, stearic acid, polyvinylpyrrolidone 6000, and boric acid.

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