1. by a route other than through the digestive system, especially by injection
Usage: medical

Examples

• The medication must be administered parenterally due to the patient’s inability to swallow.
• Nutrients were delivered parenterally through an IV line.
• The antibiotic is more effective when given parenterally rather than orally.
• Patients receiving chemotherapy often need fluids administered parenterally.
• The vaccine can be given parenterally via intramuscular injection.
• When the digestive system is compromised, nutrition must be provided parenterally.