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Definition of Intravenous (IV)
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Intravenous (IV): 1) Into a vein. Intravenous (IV) medications are a solutions administered directly into the venous circulation via a syringe or intravenous catheter (tube). 2) The actual solution that is administered intravenously. 3) The device used to administer an intravenous solution, such as the familiar IV drip.
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