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Why is insulin not orally administered t...

Why is insulin not orally administered to the patient?

A

Insulin is a steroid

B

It is bitter in taste

C

Its activity increases after digestion

D

It will be digested in the stomach and will become non-functional

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The correct Answer is:
D
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