Guide To Transdermal Cannabis Patches
What are Transdermal Patches? Transdermal patches are medicated patches designed to be placed on the skin to deliver medication directly into the bloodstream - without needing to be ingested. The patch is designed to provide a controlled release of medication to the patient and/or affected area. There are many uses for these patches such as the nicotine patch, contraceptive or hormonal patches and prescription drug patches.
How Do Transdermal Patches Work? Transdermal patches typically have an added carrier substance that enables the contents (nicotine, estrogen, medication, etc) to easily permeate the skin and enter the bloodstream. Typically transdermal patches are designed with a slow-release mechanism to steadily release the compounds into the users bloodstream. Depending on the size and design of the patch, they can last between 8 hours up to 72-hours!