Questions and Answers
What is the advantage of oral drug administration?
Overdose can be managed with antidotes
Which route allows direct absorption into the bloodstream?
Sublingual route
What is the primary advantage of enteric-coated preparations?
Protection against stomach acid
Which route is NOT commonly used for drug administration?
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What is a characteristic of extended-release formulations?
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Which route bypasses the first-pass metabolism by the liver?
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How do buccal preparations facilitate drug absorption?
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What is a key feature of sublingual drug administration?
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Why are enteric-coated preparations used for certain drugs?
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In what scenario would an extended-release preparation be preferred over an immediate-release formulation?
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