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

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