Vocabulary Term Details

Controlled release

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Controlled_release)

Controlled release is a term referring to the presentation or delivery of compounds in response to stimuli or time. This can be for purposes in several areas including agriculture, cosmetics and personal care, pharmaceuticals and food science. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

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N/A

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This term is used for the following terms: 
Slow release
Sustained release

Approved Date
13-Dec-2012

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