Enteric-coated tablets
Answer(s): A
-speciaI coating to prevent dissolution within the stomach -meant to dissolve in the intestined only.-NEVER TO CHEW OR BRAKE OR CRUSHED prior to ingesting-not to be taken with anti-acids which cause diissolution in the stomach
Sub-lingual tablets
-pIaced under the tongue where active ingridient is rapidly absorbed into the BLOODSTREAIVI. fast absorption -Avoids the first pass effect (where drug circulates through out the body before it is broken down by the liver
Buccal tablets
-between cheek and gum -drug is dissolved slowly over a period of time
Film-coated tablets (biaxin and depakote)
-speciaI coating that masks the objectionable odor or taste —prevents deterioration due to light and air.
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