Depot

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003032",
  "term": "Depot",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A localized area in the body where a substance, such as a drug, is stored or accumulates after administration, from which it is then slowly released. This allows for sustained therapeutic effects over an extended period. Examples include fat tissue for lipophilic drugs or muscle tissue for intramuscular injections.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 971. 'Glossary of terms related to pharmaceutics (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 981 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-04-10-14)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/depot/"
}