What is the meaning of non parenteral administration?

Non-parenteral administration refers to routes of drug delivery that do not involve injections or puncturing the skin. This method includes oral, sublingual, buccal, rectal, transdermal, and inhalation routes, allowing medications to be absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract or other mucosal surfaces. Non-parenteral methods are often preferred for their ease of use and reduced risk of infection compared to parenteral routes.