Continuous Intravenous Infusion
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Continuous Intravenous Infusion Definition
A route of administration of a fluid drug form into a vein or veins, over a time duration of equal to or more than 24 hours. Method allows to maintain steady state plasma/serum medication levels, a smaller total daily dose of drug to achieve the same pharmacodynamic endpoint in comparison with intermittent or bolus infusion, and may result in lower toxicity. The method has a positive impact on health-care costs.
Continuous Intravenous Infusion Synonyms
Continuous Intravenous Infusion, CIV
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