Hello class,

1. Oral administration: this is one of the most common methods, where drugs are taken by the mouth inform of tablets, capsules or liquids.

2. intravenous administration (IV): in this method, drugs are delivered directly into the bloodstream through a vein. This allows for rapid onset of accident and is often use in emergency situations or when immediate effects are required.

3. intramuscular administration (IM):drugs are ejected into the muscle, where they are absorbed into the bloodstream. There’s nothing in Austin use for vaccinations or hormonal therapies.

4.subcutaneous administration (SC):this involves injecting drugs into the tissue layer between the skin and the muscle. Insulin is a common example of a drug administratered this way. It allows for a lower absorption into the bloodstream compared to an IV or IM methods.

5. Topical administration: drugs are applied directly to the skin or mucus membrane.this method often used for localized treatment of condition such as skin infections or pain relief.
what can I answer my classmate ?

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You could respond to your classmate with a supportive and informative comment that acknowledges their summary of drug administration methods. Here's an example of what you could say:


"Great job summarizing the different methods of drug administration! It's really important to understand how each method works and when it's appropriate to use them. I appreciate how you highlighted not just the modes of administration, but also some specific examples, like insulin for subcutaneous administration and the use of intravenous methods in emergencies.

One thing I'd like to add is the significance of absorption rates; for example, while intravenous administration provides immediate effects, oral administration may take longer due to the need for the digestive system to process the medication. Understanding these differences can help us better understand how to manage treatments effectively. Thanks for sharing your insights!"


Feel free to adjust the content based on your own thoughts or specific points you'd like to make!