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Q: Enteric coated tablets are designed to release medicament in:
  • A. Stomach
  • B. Colon
  • C. Small intestine
  • D. Large intestine
Correct Answer: Option C - The main function of an enteric coating is to protect the underlying dosage form and drug substance enabling it to remain intact the gastric environment and instead dissolve and undergo drug release in the small intestine.
C. The main function of an enteric coating is to protect the underlying dosage form and drug substance enabling it to remain intact the gastric environment and instead dissolve and undergo drug release in the small intestine.

Explanations:

The main function of an enteric coating is to protect the underlying dosage form and drug substance enabling it to remain intact the gastric environment and instead dissolve and undergo drug release in the small intestine.