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A nonenteric film coated tablet is meant to dissolve in?
Either the stomach or the intestine
A nonenteric film-coated tablet is meant to dissolve in?
either the stomach or the intestine
Is Bufferin the same as coated aspirin?
Is b Is Bufferin the same thing or very similar to coated aspirin? ufferin
In aspirin EC what does the abbreviation EC stand for?
Aspirin Enteric Coated
Can a enteric coated aspirin be crushed?
While an enteric aspirin can be crushed it is not recommended. Enteric coated aspirin is usually time release. Crushing time release aspirin can cause one to overdose as the aspirin is released into the system all at once.
What is a coated aspirin?
In most cases, when a tablet/pill/ or capsule is "coated" it means that it has a thin layer over the surface of it to make it taste better.Like ibuprofen is sugar coated to make it taste better.Unless things are different where your from, I'm sure you just have a sugar coated aspirin so the taste is not so offensive.
How long does it take for a white coated aspirin to dissolve?
3 hours
Is aspirin is soluble in water?
Yes, but you usually have to crush it somewhat or it will take all day. The coated aspirin won't. See discussion.
Is enteric coated aspirin good for patient with ulcer?
Medicines with an enteric coating are safe for sensitive stomachs because the coating prevents heartburn or stomach ache. For a patient with an ulcer, coated aspirin would be the safest kind to take.
Examples of non-enteric coated tablets?
The other option is called an "enema". Take your pick!
How much aspirin for general use to fight inflammation if over 40?
The usual dose for aspirin is two 325 mg tablets ever 4 - 6 hours for pain and/or inflammation. If aspirin tends to upset your stomach, you can take the enteric coated aspirin, which helps reduce the irritation to the stomach.
How does Aspirin EC differ from Baby Aspirin?
EC stands for enteric coated. Aspirin is acidic and may aggravate other conditions, cause stomach upset or possibly bleeding. The coating is used to buffer the aspirins acidic effects to avoid these possibilities.
