prn

An adverb used in medical contexts, derived from the Latin phrase 'pro re nata' meaning 'as the situation arises.' It indicates that a medication or treatment should be taken as needed, rather than on a fixed schedule.

• 🇪🇸Adverbio usado en contextos médicos, derivado de la frase latina 'pro re nata', que significa 'según sea necesario'. Indica que un medicamento o tratamiento debe administrarse cuando sea necesario, en lugar de seguir un horario fijo.

1. As needed B2 formal medical

   A medical abbreviation meaning 'pro re nata' (Latin), indicating that medication should be taken when necessary rather than on a fixed schedule.

   • The doctor prescribed painkillers to be taken PRN.
   • Take this medication PRN for nausea.
   • The patient's chart indicates PRN administration of the sedative.

   🇪🇸según necesidad

   Sinónimos: as neededas required