intravenous drip
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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He is still being fed by tube and receiving nutrients through an intravenous drip.
From BBC • Dec. 23, 2025
Even though it's not given through an intravenous drip, the nasal spray still requires careful observation of patients under the FDA's approval conditions.
From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2024
None died because the captain contacted a nearby fishing ship, which dispatched their onboard doctor, who administered an intravenous drip, presumably with B1 supplements.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2023
The battery of machines that had sustained her had been reduced to an intravenous drip.
From Seattle Times • May 27, 2023
"He is getting worse," said Jabri breaking down in tears as he stood by the bed where Ayoub, who began treatment for neck cancer three years ago, received an intravenous drip.
From Reuters • Jan. 17, 2023
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