Why is insulin not administered orally to diabetic patients? | CGP Edu

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Published on: August 12, 2026

Why is insulin not administered orally to diabetic patients?

A

Insulin is bitter in taste.

B

Insulin is a peptide.

C

Insulin will lead to sudden decrease in blood sugar if given orally.

D

Insulin leads to peptic ulcer if given orally.

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Insulin is a protein (peptide hormone), so if taken orally it gets digested by enzymes in the stomach and intestine, making it ineffective.

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