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Pharmacology Skills
Administering and Documenting Oral/Topical Medications
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the difference between a tablet and a capsule? | A tablet is a disk composed of compressed dry drug; it's shape may vary. A capsule is a gelatin container containing drug particles. |
| What is the purpose of an enteric coated tablet? | to prevent the drug from being dissolved or absorbed until it reaches the intestine |
| What is the purpose of a sustained release capsule? | to deliver a dose of medicine over an extended period of time |