Asked by Grace Valerius on May 05, 2024

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The primary care provider prescribes furosemide 40 mg IV for a patient with heart failure.Which drug name is used in this prescription?

A) Chemical
B) Brand
C) Trade
D) Generic

Furosemide

A medication commonly used to treat fluid build-up due to heart failure, liver scarring, or kidney disease by increasing urine production.

Generic Name

The official, non-commercial name of a drug, as opposed to its branded trade name.

  • Explain the significance of understanding medications before their administration, incorporating the use of references.
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Michael BeasleyMay 06, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The drug name used in this prescription is the generic name, which is furosemide. Chemical names refer to the actual chemical composition of the drug, while brand and trade names are specific to a particular company's version of the pharmaceutical product.