#injective $INJ

The common medical abbreviation INJ stands for Injection. 💉

It refers to the act of administering a liquid, typically a drug or vaccine, into a person's body using a needle and a syringe. Injections are a form of parenteral drug administration, meaning the substance bypasses the digestive tract, allowing for faster absorption and effect compared to oral medications.

There are several common types, classified by where the medication is delivered:

* Intravenous (IV): directly into a vein

* Intramuscular (IM): deep into a muscle

* Subcutaneous (SC/Subcut): just beneath the skin

The type of injection used depends on the medication, its intended effect, and how quickly it needs to work.