HSC 3147 Chapter Notes - Chapter 13: Buccal Administration, Percutaneous, Active Ingredient
19 Feb 2018
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Medications for percutaneous use are absorbed through skin or mucous membranes: this route of administration includes: Sublingual and buccal medications, which are absorbed through mucous membranes of the mouth. Topical or surface preparations such as ointments, liniments, and lotions. When applying topical medications, adequate skin hydration is necessary: fastest site for absorption (in order): ear, back, chest, and abdomen, slowest: thigh and forearm. A thin layer of powder is more absorbent than a thick layer, reducing friction by increasing evaporation of moisture. Soaks, compresses, and wet dressings: active ingredient is dissolved in water-based solution to leave a lm on the skin. : these substances contain a mld astringent, providing a soothing, cooling, and antipyretic e ect when used on blistered or oozing skin areas. Friday, june 23, 2017: bandages may be soaked in solution and then applied to skin. If appropriate, an extremity may be soaked in the solution.
