Where are buccal route medications administered?

Buccal route medications are specifically designed to be administered between the gums or teeth and the cheek. This location allows the medication to be absorbed through the mucous membranes in the mouth, providing a bypass of the gastrointestinal tract and leading to a more rapid onset of action compared to oral administration. The mucosal tissue in this area is highly vascularized, which facilitates quick absorption directly into the bloodstream.

Administering medication in the stomach would be considered gastric administration, which involves swallowing the medication and allowing it to dissolve and be absorbed in the digestive system. This is not aligned with the buccal route, where direct absorption in the mouth is essential.

Placing medication underneath the tongue refers to sublingual administration, which is a different route altogether. This method also utilizes the oral mucosa for drug absorption but focuses on the area under the tongue.

Applying medication on the back of the throat could imply a different method of administration, where the drug may not be absorbed as efficiently as in the buccal area, and could lead to swallowing rather than absorption through the mucous membranes.

Therefore, the correct understanding of the buccal route is critical to effective medication administration and ensuring optimal absorption.