transdermal

[ trans-dur-muhl, tranz- ]
adjective

  1. Also trans·der·mic. transcutaneous.

  2. Pharmacology. (of a medication) applied to the skin, usually as part of an adhesive patch, for absorption into the bloodstream.

Origin of transdermal

1

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British Dictionary definitions for transdermal

transdermal

/ (trænzˈdɜːməl) /

adjective

  1. (of a medicine) entering the bloodstream by absorption through the skin

Origin of transdermal

1
C20: from trans- + dermal

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