qid

In the medical field, abbreviations are commonly used to convey instructions for medication administration. Among these abbreviations, QD and QID are frequently encountered. While both abbreviations relate to the frequency of medication intake, they differ in the number of times a medication should be taken. What is QD? QD stands for quaque die, which is Latin for “once a day.” This abbreviation indicates that a medication should be taken once every 24 hours....