diff --git a/code/game/machinery/iv_drip.dm b/code/game/machinery/iv_drip.dm
index 409e64ca7e..2f8bf41a0b 100644
--- a/code/game/machinery/iv_drip.dm
+++ b/code/game/machinery/iv_drip.dm
@@ -3,6 +3,7 @@
 
 /obj/machinery/iv_drip
 	name = "\improper IV drip"
+	desc = "An IV drip with an advanced infusion pump that can both drain blood into and inject liquids from attached containers. Blood packs are processed at an accelerated rate."
 	icon = 'icons/obj/iv_drip.dmi'
 	icon_state = "iv_drip"
 	anchored = FALSE