“缓释剂”常见的英文表达是 sustained-release agent 或 extended-release agent,也可表述为 retardant(在特定语境下,如药剂学中表示延缓释放的制剂成分时使用) ,不过前两者更为常用和准确。
sustained-release agent:强调持续、稳定地释放药物或其他活性成分。例如:This sustained-release agent can maintain a stable drug concentration in the body.(这种缓释剂能在体内维持稳定的药物浓度。)
extended-release agent:侧重于延长释放时间。例如:The extended-release agent helps to reduce the frequency of drug administration.(这种缓释剂有助于减少给药频率。 )