Absolute Bioavailability of Microdosed Midazolam After Buccal Administration Is Dependent on Buccal Exposure Time.

In conclusion, midazolam bioavailability is highly dependent on buccal exposure time, and even a few seconds of buccal exposure will increase bioavailability due to buccal absorption. This needs to be taken into account for any buccal administration of midazolam.
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Source: The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology - September 24, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Grass J, Rose P, Burhenne J, Blank A, Haefeli WE, Mikus G Tags: J Clin Pharmacol Source Type: research