What type of medication is commonly delivered via the buccal route?

The buccal route of administration involves placing a medication between the gums and the inner lining of the cheek, allowing for the drug to be absorbed through the mucus membranes. Tablets that are specifically formulated for buccal administration dissolve slowly, releasing their active ingredients directly into the bloodstream. This method bypasses the digestive system and can provide a rapid onset of action.

While pills, liquids, and gels are forms of medications, they are not typically associated with the buccal route. Pills, for instance, often require swallowing and may not dissolve adequately in the buccal cavity. Liquids can be delivered bucally but are more commonly administered via other routes such as oral or sublingual. Gels may also be delivered in various manners, but specifically designed tablets for buccal use are explicitly manufactured for optimal absorption and efficacy. Hence, the use of tablets makes them the most suitable option for this route of drug delivery.