In preliminary trials, an intravenous infusion that boosted levels of the hormone led to a big reduction in appetite among healthy volunteers.

When administered over one hour as an intravenous infusion, ciprofloxacin rapidly distributes into the tissues, with levels in some tissues exceeding those in the serum.

These studies test the best way to give a new treatment (for example, by mouth, intravenous infusion, or injection) and the best dose.

A 30-minute intravenous infusion of a similar dose usually produces peak plasma levels on the order of 13 mg/l.

Glucagon requires continuous intravenous infusion, incurring the infection and blood clot hazards of prolonged central venous lines.