What are the five names of a drug?
Understand the Problem
The question is a study guide for a pharmacology test, asking about various concepts related to drugs and the autonomic nervous system. It covers drug names, sources, routes of administration, and effects of certain neurotransmitters.
Answer
Generic, Brand, Chemical, Proprietary, Non-Proprietary
The final answer is Generic, Brand, Chemical, Proprietary, Non-Proprietary.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is Generic, Brand, Chemical, Proprietary, Non-Proprietary.
More Information
Drugs often have multiple names depending on the context in which they are used. For instance, acetaminophen is the generic name, while Tylenol is a brand name, and N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide is the chemical name.
Tips
A common mistake is to confuse the different naming conventions for drugs. Remember that one drug can often be known by various names depending on its classification and use.
Sources
- Commonly Used Drugs Charts - National Institute on Drug Abuse - nida.nih.gov
- Drugs A to Z | FRANK - talktofrank.com
- Drug Scheduling - DEA.gov - dea.gov
