Topical Administration

Topical Administration ( 5 Questions)

Which of the following statements about topical drug administration is true?



Correct Answer: C

Topical drug administration delivers drugs directly to the site of action on the skin or mucous membranes, allowing for high local drug concentrations and reducing systemic side effects.

a.This statement is false because topical drug administration delivers drugs directly to the site of action on the skin or mucous membranes, not in the liver.

b. This statement may be true or false depending on the specific medication and condition being treated. Topical drug administration can have a rapid onset of action for some conditions but may have a slower onset of action compared to oral administration for others.

d. This statement is false because topical drug administration is non-invasive.




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