BusinessSeptember 1, 2026

suppositories

suh-POZ-uh-tor-eez

Definition

A solid medicinal dosage form designed to be inserted into a body cavity, such as the rectum, where it dissolves or melts to release medication.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'suppositorium', meaning 'something placed beneath' or 'a substitute', originating from 'supponere', which means to put or place under.

In the news

The article lists suppositories as one of the specific pharmaceutical dosage forms that NextPharma is capable of developing and manufacturing in its facilities.

Monica Mauri Joins NextPharma as Chief People Officer

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https://hrtoday.in/

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