time-release

Adjective

Meaning

of or relating to a preparation that gradually releases an active substance (especially a drug) over a period of time

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

depot action activity retard delay delayed timing timer natural action slow-releasing prolonged-release controlled-release

Examples

Abusers early on learned that by crushing time-release capsules, the full dosage intended for a 12-hour period could be felt all at once. Source: Internet

Quick-release may be more helpful in falling asleep, while time-release may be more helpful in staying asleep, explained the organisation. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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