Machine-translated from German. The original is the source of truth.
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    Sublingual

    Absorption through the mucous membrane under the tongue — active ingredients quickly enter the bloodstream without passing through the gastrointestinal tract.

    Detailed Explanation

    With sublingual application — for example, of tinctures or sprays — active ingredients are partially absorbed directly through the oral mucous membrane. Onset of action is usually faster than with oral ingestion, but slower than with inhalation.

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