Drug Administration Routes

Question 1

Drug administration through the mouth (Ibuprofen, Metformin, Lisinopril, etc).

Answer 1

Oral (PO) Administration

Question 2

Drug administration into the muscle (Flu vaccine, EpiPen, Testosterone, etc).

Answer 2

Intramuscular (IM)

Question 3

Drug administration straight into the vein (Morphine IV, Vancomycin, Saline IV drop, Epinephrine IV).

Answer 3

Intravenous (IV)

Question 4

Drug administration through dissolving medication under the tongue?

Answer 4

Sublingual

Question 5

Drug administration just under the skin (Insulin, some vaccines, Heparin, etc).

Answer 5

Subcutaneous (SubQ)

Question 6

Drug administration direct to lungs (Anesthetic gases, Albuterol, etc.)

Answer 6

Inhalation