topical effect

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.TT06846
Consequence of application of a substance to the surface of the body which occurs at the point of application.
Source:
PAC, 2004, 76, 1033. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicokinetics (IUPAC Recommendations 2003)' on page 1073 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200476051033)