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Administration, Topical

Medical Definition:
Guide Notes:	NIM but only if discussed: do not index here routinely for every topically administered drug; no qualif; consider also OINTMENTS; LINIMENTS & POWDERS; ADMINISTRATION, CUTANEOUS is also available

Administration, Topical Categories.

	Administration, Cutaneous - The application of suitable drug dosage forms to the skin for either local or systemic effects.
	Administration, Intravaginal - The insertion of drugs into the vagina to treat local infections, neoplasms, or to induce labor. The dosage forms may include medicated pessaries, irrigation fluids, and suppositories.
	Administration, Intravesical - The instillation or other administration of drugs into the bladder, usually to treat local disease, including neoplasms.

Administration, Topical Medical Definitions and Terms

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