Immediate Release Abuse-Deterrent Granulated Dosage Forms

An abuse-preventing immediate release dosage form is disclosed, comprising: a) coated core particles comprising: i. A core comprising a gelling polymer and a wax; ii. An active pharmaceutical layer surrounding the nucleus, comprising a drug susceptible to abuse; iii. At least one layer surrounding the active pharmaceutical layer comprising a pH sensitive film comprising a pH sensitive polymer that is insoluble in water at a pH greater than 5 and is soluble in water at a pH below 5; and b) a matrix comprising a disintegrant and a gelling polymer. Also disclosed is the use of the dosage form to prepare a medicine useful to prevent, alleviate or lessen a level of pain and to prevent the abuse of a narcotic analgesic drug, among others.