What Does BID Mean?
BEE-eye-dee
IPA: /ˌbiːˌaɪˈdiː/
BEE
eye
dee
BID is pronounced BEE-eye-dee
What does BID stand for?
BID stands for 'bis in die,' Latin for 'twice a day.
How do you pronounce BID?
BID is pronounced "BEE-eye-dee". Syllables: bee - eye - dee.
When is BID used in medicine?
Very common dosing schedule. Used for metoprolol, many antibiotics, lisinopril, and numerous other medications.
Word Parts & Etymology
Latinbis in dietwice a day
Common Misconceptions
Sometimes confused with 'bedtime' (HS). BID always means twice daily, not at bedtime.
Clinical Context
Very common dosing schedule. Used for metoprolol, many antibiotics, lisinopril, and numerous other medications.
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