What is included in the Drug Name column of the Table of Drugs?

The Drug Name column of the Table of Drugs includes both generic and brand names of medications. This is important because healthcare professionals often need to reference the various names a drug may be known by when prescribing, billing, or discussing treatment options with patients.

By including both names, the Table of Drugs facilitates clear communication among providers, patients, and insurers, ensuring that everyone is on the same page regarding the medication being referenced. In practice, this dual inclusion helps to avoid confusion that may arise when medications have multiple commercial or generic names, thereby enhancing patient safety and the accuracy of medication administration.

The other options do not fully encompass the information presented in the Drug Name column. Limiting the column to only generic or brand names would omit critical identifying information, while referencing an ABCD classification does not pertain to the naming of drugs but rather to categorization based on different criteria. Hence, the inclusion of both generic and brand names is crucial for comprehensive drug identification and utilization.