Drugs are classified according to
A) the effectiveness of the drug and the process of distribution
B) their historical and geographical origin
C) their effects on particular body systems, therapeutic uses, and chemical characteristics
D) the manufacturer of the drug, as well as their impact on therapy regimens
Answer: C) their effects on particular body systems, therapeutic uses, and chemical characteristics
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