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Did You Know: All Drugs Have Three Names

Posted by Cari Wise on Aug 8, 2016 8:00:00 AM

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All Drugs Have Three Names
1. Chemical Name- the atomic formula
2. Generic Name- the official name assigned by the FDA
3. Brand Name- the name chosen by the manufacturer

Example:
1. Chemical Name- Screen_Shot_2016-08-05_at_8.04.28_AM-1.png

2. Generic Name- Diphenhydramine

3. Brand Name-  Benadryl, Wal-Dryl, many other

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