How Do Drugs Get Their Names?

The video explores the complex process of how drugs are named and brought to market. It explains the differences between chemical, generic, and brand names, and how these names are regulated by bodies like the USANC and WHO. The video also discusses the importance of distinctive drug names for safety and the role of the FDA in approving brand names. Additionally, it highlights the creative strategies pharmaceutical companies use in naming drugs and acknowledges the support from viewers.

Why is it important for drug names to have distinctive spellings and pronunciations?

What factors do pharmaceutical companies consider when choosing a brand name for a drug?