Glossary

Buccal

Buccal medicines are absorbed by the membranes that line the mouth.

Coming from the Latin term ‘bucca’ meaning cheek, the word ‘buccal’ relates to the oral administration or application of medicines that does not involve ingestion. A buccal medicine is typically absorbed sublingually in the buccal pouch which is the area between the gums and the inner lining of the mouth. 

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