Compounding for Iontophoresis

PREFACE Iontophoresis is a process which involves increased transport of solute molecules into a tissue using an electric current. This technique has been employed for the delivery of ionic drugs for local and systemic therapeutic effects in clinical settings. Iontophoresis is becoming more widespread today with many pharmacists compounding solutions for this mode of administration. Iontophoresis has been called by some as a method of making "needle-less injections". There are many factors involved in compounding solutions for iontophoresis that must be considered, as discussed in this issue. Pharmacists involved in this mode of administration will generally work with physical therapists as well as physicians. The future of iontophoresis is very promising as newer, microprocessor-controlled devices are introduced into the marketplace.