Question

Gastrointestinal route is an example of which of the major drug delivery routes?

(a) The enteral route

(b) The parenteral route

(c) The topical route

(d) The intravenous route

I had been asked this question during a job interview.

My question comes from Gastrointestinal Absorption of Drugs topic in chapter Absorption of Drugs of Drug Biotechnology

Answer 1

The correct answer is (a) The enteral route

For explanation: The enteral route includes delivery peroral. The parenteral route involves routes of administration through skin or under layers of skin. The topical route involves eyes, skins, nose, or other membranes.