Martio J, Kahela P. Comparison of three slow-release acetylsalicylic acid preparations in rheumatoid arthritis.
Scand J Rheumatol 1983;
12:305-9. [PMID:
6623020 DOI:
10.3109/03009748309098554]
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Abstract
Nine patients suffering from chronic rheumatoid arthritis were each given single doses of 1 g acetylsalicylic acid, in the form of each of the preparations studied: an enteric-coated tablet, a microcrystalline tablet, and a capsule containing enterosoluble granules. Absorption from each preparation was good in all patients. Onset of absorption varied to some degree, but similar salicylate levels were reached within 5 hours with all preparations. In the case of enteric-coated tablets, relatively high salicylate levels persisted 12 hours after dosing, which would seem to permit twice daily dosage, regardless of the total daily dose.
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