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administration
The formal act of giving or dispensing something, especially medication or injections.
Die korrekte Verabreichung des Medikaments ist für den Heilungsprozess entscheidend.
The correct administration of the medication is crucial for the healing process.
This noun comes from the verb 'verabreichen' (to administer). The verb itself is made up of 'ver-', 'ab', and 'reichen' (to hand/reach), and means to give or dispense something in a formal way.
Der Arzt wird Ihnen das Medikament verabreichen.
The doctor will administer the medication to you.
'Verabreichung' (administration) is a very formal word. It is used almost exclusively in medical, pharmaceutical, or legal contexts.
Im Beipackzettel finden Sie Hinweise zur Verabreichung.
You will find instructions on administration in the package leaflet.
To say what is being administered, German usually uses the genitive or the preposition 'von' (of). Both forms are correct and common.
Die Verabreichung des Impfstoffs dauert nur wenige Sekunden.
The administration of the vaccine takes only a few seconds.
application / use
Die Anwendung and die Verabreichung can both refer to how a medication is handled. Anwendung describes generally how a medical product is used, while Verabreichung emphasizes the formal act of giving it to a person. Use Anwendung in instructions for use and Verabreichung when a person receives the medication or injection.
Die Verabreichung der Spritze übernimmt die Ärztin im Behandlungsraum.
The doctor administers the injection in the treatment room.
Bei der Anwendung der Salbe soll die Haut vorher sauber und trocken sein.
When applying the ointment, the skin should be clean and dry beforehand.
