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Yes.
- Only if they are in powder/pure form , they can not be shoved into a vein if they still contain tablet coating. Only fine-powder will do.
- It is a faster method of administration than intradermal and oral, but a little slower than intramuscular (Intra-M).
- Mixing tablets and refined powders can be dangerous - only fine powders will do, as said above.
- Some drugs/chemicals may need to be diluted in bacteriostatic water only while others may require a dual saline-solution . Depending on the drug in question and reason for delivery.
- All drugs must be diluted properly and measured out properly before injection.
- SubQ isn't ideal for emergency situations ; in life-threatening situations , especially involving the heart or an allergic reaction - intravenous solutions are required, alone, or in augmentation with intramuscular delivery of medications.
~**CITATIONS**~
HEALTHLINE : What is a Subcutaneous Injection?
WIKI: Subcutaneous Injection
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