Unit of measure
GM medical abbreviation
GM means "gram".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for GM), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What GM means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| gram | None | Prescriptions, Charting |
Also written: gm.
Example
Sample label shorthand: "gm."
A made-up line that shows the abbreviation in place. It is not about any patient and is not an instruction.
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Questions
What does GM mean in medical terms?
GM means "gram".
Where is GM used?
GM shows up in prescriptions and charting. Its category here is unit of measure.
Is GM on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. GM is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.