Intravenous

/ˌɪntrəˈviːnəs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Situated or occurring within a vein.

The patient received intravenous fluids to help rehydrate after surgery.

Administered directly into a vein.

The doctor prescribed intravenous antibiotics to treat the severe infection.

Relating to the administration of substances through the veins.

Intravenous therapy is often used for delivering medications quickly.

From Latin 'intra' meaning 'within' and 'vena' meaning 'vein'.

intravenous therapy

A treatment that delivers medication directly into a patient's bloodstream.

intravenous fluids

Fluids administered intravenously to hydrate or provide nutrients.

intravenous injection

The act of delivering medication directly into a vein.

IV drip

A method of delivering fluids directly into the bloodstream.

venous

Relating to veins.

injection

The act of introducing a substance into the body using a needle.

Going straight into the system.

I need that caffeine fix, intravenously if possible!

Fast and efficient delivering of something.

I want that info intravenously; no delays!