transdermal /trans·der·mal/ (-der´m'l) entering through the dermis, or skin, as in administration of a drug via ointment or patch.
transdermal [trans-der´mal]
trans·der·mal (tr ns-dûr m l, trnz-)adj. Through or by way of the skin. |
transdermal [trans-der´mal]
entering through the dermis, or skin, as in administration of a drug applied to the skin in ointment or patch form. See also percutaneous. Called also transcutaneous.
transdermal
across the skin, particularly with reference to the absorption of drugs applied topically for systemic effect.
transdermal patch
a drug-impregnated adhesive patch applied to the skin for controlled release of the active compound. See also fentanyl.
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