Intravenous
(adjective)
Given or administered through a vein, especially by injection.
Origin:
From latin intra- meaning "within" + venus meaning "vein".
Examples:
- The patient received an intravenous injection of antibiotics.
- The patient was given an intravenous drip to rehydrate.
- Intravenous therapy is a common method of administering medication.
- Intravenous sedation is used during dental procedures.
- Intravenous fluids are used to replenish fluids lost during surgery.