adverb
- by injection directly into a vein
Usage: medical
Examples
- The medication was administered intravenously.
- Fluids were given intravenously to prevent dehydration.
- The patient received antibiotics intravenously.
- Chemotherapy drugs are often delivered intravenously.
- The nurse inserted the IV line to give medicine intravenously.
- Emergency medications can be given intravenously for faster effect.