Types Of Tablets Flashcards
1
Q
Buccal
A
Between cheek & gums
2
Q
Sublingual
A
Under tongue absorbed into bloodstream w/o passing through digestive system- dissolve rapidly - ie nitoglycerin
3
Q
Chewable
A
To be chewed before swallowing
4
Q
Effervescent
A
Dissolve in water & drink. Contain acids, sodium bicarbonate and active ingredient & when placed in water release carbon dioxide. Should not be chewed
5
Q
Enteric coated
A
Coated to prevent dissolving in stomach to prevent deactivating. Absorbed in intestines and never chewed
6
Q
Lozenges & troches
A
Held in mouth while dissolving. Keeps active ingredient in mouth & throat longer
