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[Transdermal therapeutic methods]

J M Aiache1

  • 1Laboratoire de Biopharmacie, Faculté de Pharmacie, Clermont-Ferrand, France.

Annales De Cardiologie Et D'Angeiologie
|July 1, 1997
PubMed
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Percutaneous absorption allows molecules applied to the skin to enter the bloodstream, bypassing first-pass metabolism. Transdermal devices offer advantages like improved patient compliance and sustained drug delivery.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology and Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Pharmacokinetics and Drug Delivery

Context:

  • Percutaneous absorption is the passage of molecules from the skin to the bloodstream.
  • This process involves penetration and absorption, bypassing hepatic first-pass metabolism.
  • Skin metabolism is significantly less than hepatic metabolism.

Purpose:

  • To define percutaneous absorption and its mechanisms.
  • To outline the advantages of transdermal drug delivery systems.
  • To describe the types and current/future applications of transdermal devices.

Summary:

  • Percutaneous absorption involves skin penetration and absorption into the blood, avoiding hepatic first-pass effects.
  • Transdermal devices, including matricial and reservoir systems, enhance patient compliance and provide sustained drug levels.

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  • Available transdermal drugs include scopolamine, nitroglycerin, estradiol, and nicotine, with more under development.

    • Impact:

    • Transdermal delivery offers a viable alternative to oral and rectal routes, improving therapeutic outcomes.
    • Understanding percutaneous absorption is crucial for developing effective transdermal drug formulations.
    • The development of novel transdermal systems expands treatment options for various medical conditions.