Reading Labels

Question 1

Generic name

Answer 1

-Located underneath the trade name
- Not capitalized
- Required on all labels
- Dispensed less expensively than brand

Question 2

Trade Names

Answer 2

• Brand name
• Always capitalized
• Contains “R” or “TM”

Question 3

Dosage Strength

Answer 3

-Solids meds = amount of med per tab, cap, etc
- Liquid meds =amount of med per mL, L
- Sometimes expressed as a ratio

Question 4

Form

Answer 4

• Type of med in package = tablets, caps, liquids, ointments, suppositories, etc
• CR (controlled release)
• DS (double strength)
  -Barcode symbols = aid in inventory control & distribution

Question 5

Name the parts of the label