per os

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See also: peros and peròs

Translingual

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Etymology

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From Latin per (“through”) + ōs (“mouth”).

Adverb

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per os

  1. (medicine) By mouth; orally.

Usage notes

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  • Appears in medical instructions and prescriptions and descriptions of clinical practice.
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