Sustained release

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011707",
  "term": "Sustained release",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A pharmaceutical dosage form designed to release a drug over an extended period, maintaining relatively constant drug concentrations in the body. This approach aims to reduce dosing frequency and improve patient compliance and therapeutic outcomes. Such formulations often involve specialized coatings or matrices that control the dissolution rate of the active ingredient.",
  "synonyms": [
    "extended release",
    "gradual release",
    "long acting",
    "prolonged action",
    "slow release"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "dosage form"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 971. 'Glossary of terms related to pharmaceutics (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 997 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-04-10-14)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/sustained-release/"
}