An enteric coating is a barrier that controls the location of oral medication in the digestive system where it is absorbed. The word “enteric” indicates small intestine; therefore enteric coatings prevent release of medication before it reaches the small intestine.
An enteric coating, also known as gastro-resistant coating is a barrier applied to oral medication that controls the location in the digestive tract where it is absorbed. The term “enteric” refers to the small intestine; therefore, enteric coatings resist breakdown of medication before it reaches the small intestine.
**Enteric-coated tablets dissolve in the small intestine**