intravenous
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That would be a significant change since cancer drugs are normally given via intravenous drip at hospitals or medical centers, where doctors are on hand in the event of side effects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
She was found clinging to a tree in late September and tranquilised by a rescue team who administered oxygen and intravenous fluids before moving her to the rehabilitation centre.
From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026
Medical staff agreed to give Ann an intravenous supplement of vitamin B6, which appeared to stop her seizures.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
This includes oxygen and ventilation to help with breathing, and intravenous fluids to stop dehydration and provide electrolytes lost in vomiting and diarrhoea.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
“Those won’t help, not now. No, there’s no medicine. In a hospital they give transfusions and intravenous nutrients.”I can’t do that, of course.
From "Z for Zachariah" by Robert C. O’Brien
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