PharmacologyPregunta 41 de 100
Which drug form dissolves in the mouth and is intended NOT to be swallowed whole?
a.Enteric-coated tablet
b.Extended-release capsule
c.Sublingual tablet
d.Suppository
Explicación
A sublingual tablet dissolves under the tongue and is absorbed directly, so it should not be chewed or swallowed. Enteric-coated and extended-release forms are meant to be swallowed whole.
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