Which of the following is NOT used when writing a drug name on a prescription?

A) abbreviation
B) chemical name
C) generic name
D) trade name


Answer: B

A) While abbreviations of drug names should be avoided because they can be misread, they can be used.
C) The generic name is often used when writing the drug's name on a prescription.
D) The trade name is often used when writing the drug's name on a prescription.

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