Dermocosmetic Patches

Dermocosmetic Patches: Uses, Types, and Development Opportunities for the Pharmaceutical Industry

Dermocosmetic patches are not a recent invention. More than 3,000 years ago, Chinese and Egyptian cultures were already applying pharmaceutical preparations to the skin for therapeutic purposes. What is recent is the sophistication of the format: today, that same transdermal delivery logic is applied to cosmetic actives with technical precision [...]

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Diagram of abuse deterrent formulation strategies in transdermal patches showing aversive agents and antagonists

Strategies to Deter Abuse in Transdermal Patches: Fundamentals and Applications of ADF Formulations

According to the World Health Organization, the abusive consumption of certain drugs and substances has increased in recent years, resulting in serious consequences for the population, including neurological damage, motor disabilities, addiction, overdoses, and even death. While traditional pharmaceutical forms such as tablets are frequently abused, transdermal patches, especially those [...]

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