Question

Caimile is taking an oral medication that is a powder form pressed into a solid and has an orange flavor coating. Which BEST describes this medication?

a. Caimile is taking a caplet, and the orange coating is an inactive ingredient.
b. Caimile is taking a caplet, and the orange coating is an active ingredient.
c. Caimile is taking a capsule, and the orange coating is an inactive ingredient.
d. Caimile is taking a capsule, and the orange coating is an active ingredient.

Answer 1

A. Caimile is taking a caplet, and the orange coating is an inactive ingredient.

Step-by-step explanation:

I calculated it logically

Answer 2

Answer : A

Caplets

A caplet is a compressed mixture of ingredients, similar to a tablet, that is formed into a capsule shape. It often has a film or gelatin coating to mask the taste and make it easier to swallow.

What is an inactive ingredient?

They are the additional components which don't have an effect on the body.

They're used as binding agents

They can be used to flavour or add colour to medicines

They're used as coating agents for pills, capsules, and tablets.

They can help your body effectively absorb medicine