Enteric-Coated Tablets Are Used for Administering Medications That Are Either

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Enteric-coated tablets are used for administering medications that are either sensitive to exposure to gastric fluids and their acidic pH, or for medications that cause stomach upset and indigestion. A client requires purchase of an oral NSAID medication for her 13-year-old dog experiencing arthritis. The dose her dog requires is one 10 mg enteric-coated tablet PO q48h prn. Due to her dog's old age and history of gastric discomfort, the client decides to only give 1/2 tablet both morning and night instead of all together. Is this a good strategy?

• A)Yes, this would work fine in this situation
• B)Yes, but only if you increase the frequency to q24h
• C)No, this NSAID is not meant to be split
• D)No, the NSAID will accumulate to toxic levels if the tablets are given BID
• E)There's not enough information to make a decision

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