When used in a prescription Sig.

In prescription terminology,"troche" refers to a dosage form, specifically alozengethat dissolves slowly in the mouth to release medication.

Atroche (or lozenge)is asolid, flavoredmedication thatdissolves in the mouthover time, allowing for gradual drug absorption.

Used for:

Local effects(e.g., sore throat relief with benzocaine troches)

Systemic effects(e.g., hormone replacement therapy troches)

A. Time❌→ Incorrect

"Troche" doesnotindicate when to take the medication.

C. Rate❌→ Incorrect

"Troche" doesnotindicate how fast the drug is absorbed.

D. Route❌→ Incorrect

"Troche"describes the dosage form, whilerouterefers to how a drug is administered (e.g., oral, IV).

USP-NF (United States Pharmacopeia–National Formulary)– Defines dosage forms, including lozenges/troches.

PTCB PTCE Exam Content Outline– Covers pharmaceutical dosage forms and prescription terminology.

ISMP Medication Safety Guidelines– Includes troches in standard medication formulations.

Definition of Troche:Why Not the Other Options?Key References: