Unit of measure
MIN medical abbreviation
MIN has 2 common meanings: "minute", "minim". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
On the ISMP List of Error-Prone Abbreviations.
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for MIN), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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2 meanings of MIN
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| minute | None | Prescriptions, Charting | |
| minim | None | Prescriptions, Charting |
Also written: min.
Example
Sample flowsheet unit: "min."
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What does MIN mean in medical terms?
MIN has 2 common meanings: "minute", "minim". The context of the note or order decides which one is meant.
Where is MIN used?
MIN shows up in prescriptions and charting. Its category here is unit of measure.
Is MIN on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No, but ISMP lists MIN as an error-prone abbreviation.