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Chapter 7

Drug Information References/Terms & Definitions

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Brand name Trademark of a drug or device held by the originating manufacturing company.
Chemical structure The makeup of a chemical, including the elements, shape, bonding types, molecular configurations, and charges; the structure affects the chemical's stability, reactivity, and physical and chemical properties.
Drug classification Categorization based on characteristics such as chemical structure, drug action, and/or therapeutic or anatomical use.
Drug Facts and Comparisons Reference book found in pharmacies that contains detailed information on more than 22,000 prescription and 6,000 over-the-counter medications; drugs are divided into therapeutic groups for easy comparison.
Formulary A list of approved drugs to be stocked by the pharmacy; also a list of drugs covered by an insurance company.
Generic name Name assigned to a medication; the nonproprietary name of a drug.
Monograph Comprehensive information on a medication including generic and trade names, ingredients, dosages, side effects, adverse effects, directions for use, and interactions with foods or other drugs.
Nonformulary A list of drugs not included in the preferred medication list; drugs not approved for reimbursement by health care plans.
Package insert The official prescribing information for a prescription drug; includes side effects, dosage forms, indications, and other important information provided by the manufacturer.
Trade name The proprietary or brand name given to a drug by the company that developed it; may be related to the drug's function or main use.
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