Across
- 2. – Tiny needles that create microchannels for drug delivery.
- 5. – Drug property that enhances skin permeability.
- 7. – Use of ultrasound waves to improve percutaneous absorption.
- 9. – Ability of patch to stick properly to the skin surface.
- 10. – TDDS design with drug in a liquid or gel compartment separated by a membrane.
- 12. size – Small drugs (≤500 Da) are more likely to cross the skin.
- 13. – TDDS design where drug is dispersed in a polymer layer.
- 14. applications – Common uses like pain control, hormone therapy, smoking cessation.
Down
- 1. – Movement of drug molecules through skin layers.
- 3. – Substance that increases drug penetration through the skin.
- 4. – Patient education to ensure proper use of TDDS.
- 6. – Technique using electric current to enhance drug absorption.
- 8. – Adhesive system applied to skin for controlled drug release.
- 11. corneum – The outermost skin layer and main barrier to drug absorption.
- 14. release – Continuous drug delivery over a prolonged period.