iontophoretic

/aɪˌɑntoʊfəˈrɛtɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or involving iontophoresis, a method of delivering medicine through the skin using a mild electric current.
    • Researchers developed a new iontophoretic device for painless drug delivery.
    • The iontophoretic patch slowly released the medication into the patient's bloodstream.
    • Iontophoretic treatments are often used in physical therapy for sports injuries.
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