Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intramuscular

Adjective
/ˌɪn.trəˈmʌs.kjə.lər/
Definition
Intramuscular refers to something that is situated or occurring within a muscle.
Examples
  • The nurse gave me an intramuscular injection in my arm.
  • Intramuscular delivery is often used for vaccines.
  • The medication is formulated for intramuscular use.
Meaning
It typically describes a method of administering medication directly into a muscle.
Synonyms
  • Muscular
  • Intramuscularly administered
  • Intra-muscular