Preferred Label : Suppository Dosage Form;
NCIt synonyms : Suppository Dose Form;
NCIt related terms : supp; SUPPOSITORY;
NCIt definition : A solid or semi-solid composed of active and/or inert ingredient(s) in a wax, fat
or a glycerin gelatin jelly and that is conical or oval in shape. It is intended to
be inserted into a body orifice.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: A solid body of various weights and shapes, adapted for introduction into the
rectal, vaginal, or urethral orifice of the human body; they usually melt, soften,
or dissolve at body temperature.; NCI-GLOSS: A form of medicine contained in a small piece of solid material, such as
cocoa butter or glycerin, that melts at body temperature. A suppository is inserted
into the rectum, vagina, or urethra and the medicine is absorbed into the bloodstream.; EDQM-HC: Solid single-dose preparation of a shape, size and consistency suitable for
rectal use, containing active substance(s) dispersed or dissolved in a suitable basis
that may be soluble or dispersible in water or may melt at body temperature.;
FDA table : Dosage Form (C-DRG-00201);
Codes from synonyms : 173; CDR0000467864; 11013000;
Origin ID : C42993;
UMLS CUI : C0038854;
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