Medical Pharmacology Terms

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What does SC stand for in medical pharmacology?

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SC stands for Subcutaneous, which refers to an injection administered just below the skin.

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What does IP stand for in medical pharmacology?

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IP stands for Intraperitoneal, which refers to an injection given into the abdominal cavity.

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What is the abbreviation for 'give every 8 hours'?

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The abbreviation is q8h.

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What does PO stand for in medical pharmacology?

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PO stands for Per Os, which means delivery by the oral route; taken by mouth.

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What does intraosseous mean?

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Intraosseous means 'into the bone'.

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What is the meaning of IV in medical terms?

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IV stands for Intravenous, which refers to an injection administered directly into the bloodstream.

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What does IM stand for in medical pharmacology?

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IM stands for Intramuscular, which refers to an injection administered into a muscle.

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What does the abbreviation bid mean?

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Bid stands for 'bis in die', which means twice a day.

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What does the abbreviation sid mean?

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Sid stands for 'semel in die', which means once a day.

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What is the meaning of the abbreviation qD?

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qD stands for 'quaque die', which means every day.