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    GlossaryDrug Delivery Systems

    methods to transport drugs to specific body sites

    Drug Delivery Systems (DDS) refer to the methods or technologies used to transport a pharmaceutical compound to its target site in the body to achieve a therapeutic effect. These systems can include various forms such as pills, injections, patches, or advanced methods like nanoparticles and liposomes, designed to optimize the efficacy, safety, and patient compliance of the medication.

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