Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intravenously

Adverb

/ˌɪntrəˈviːnəsli/

Definition

Administered or occurring within a vein.

Examples

The medication was administered intravenously to ensure rapid absorption.
Fluids should be given intravenously to patients who are unable to take them orally.
She received the chemotherapy treatment intravenously during her weekly sessions.

Meaning

The term ‘intravenously’ refers to a method of delivering substances directly into a person’s bloodstream through a vein. This is commonly used in medical settings for delivering medications, fluids, or nutrients.