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.

transdermal

/ trænzˈdɜːməl /

adjective

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of transdermal¹

trans- + dermal

Word History and Origins

Origin of transdermal¹

C20: from trans- + dermal

Example Sentences

The measure would allow cannabis solutions, capsules, transdermal patches, concentrates, topical and edible products.

From Seattle Times

Restoring vitamin B12 with oral supplements, a transdermal patch or injections usually corrects the problem.

From Seattle Times

"What we were able to show is that using the capsule, we could capture data that matched what the traditional transdermal sensors would capture," Traverso says.

From Science Daily

There are also new methods of delivery: Taking hormones via transdermal patch, rather than a pill, allows the medication to bypass the liver, which seems to eliminate the risk of clots.

From New York Times

From a hormone standpoint, if you’re at low risk for heart disease and if it’s a transdermal patch, it’s incredibly low risk if you are using oral progesterone.

From Los Angeles Times