Modified release

Question 1

3 classes

Answer 1

delayed release dosage form : drug is not released immediately but after some time

gastro resistant dosage form : Enteric form - is not released on low Ph in the stomach so until they reach the small intestine and there is a higher pH

Extended release dosage form: drug plasma levels are sustained for longer periods

Question 2

site of action for MI tablet

Answer 2

SI - enteric-ally coated systems - protecting the drug from acidic environments in the stomach

colonic system - release the drug in the colon

gastroretetive system - release drug in the small intestine and stomach

extended release system - can release drug through the GI