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What are some tips to memorize the Pharmacy drugs name and generic names? #Spring25

What are some tips to memorize the Pharmacy drugs name and generic names? #Spring25

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Deborah’s Answer

Great question Mackenzie! Thanks for asking...I use a system where I make a comparison with the word I am trying to memorize...for example, I memorize scientific plant names (I am a gardener) by seeing if there is something in common with a word I already ready know...for instance, any plant with "purpurea" means the plant comes in the color purple! Same with violet colored plants...the scientific name is "Violacea". Perhaps that will give you some direction to start...I hope this helps!
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Kathy’s Answer

1. Sort items into different groups.
2. Learn about common word endings.
3. Connect new facts to words you already know.
4. Start with normal dosage amounts.
5. Use charts and other visual tools.
6. Use flashcards to practice.
7. Create mental images to help remember.
8. Link ideas together.
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Jeff’s Answer

Not sure what your situation is but frankly working as a pharmacy technician will immerse you and is probably the fastest way to pick them up.

Drugs in the same class often share a common suffix but this is only relevant for the generic names. For example the cholesterol meds statins are called that because they are lovastatin, atorvastatin, pravastatin, rosuvastatin, etc.

Brand names are really just marketing so there often is not a clear connection. In the same order the respective brand names are Mevacor, Lipitor, Pravachol, and Crestor.
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