Prescribing Drugs by Brand Name

Flashcards about drugs that should be prescribed by brand name, categorized by drug class.

Which drug is used in Allergy & Immunology and should be prescribed by brand name?

Adrenaline

Which drugs used for anesthesia and pain should be prescribed by brand name?

Opioid patches (Buprenorphine & Fentanyl),

Opioids MR oral (Morphine, Oxycodone, Tramadol)

Which cardiovascular drugs should be prescribed by brand name?

Metolazone, Nifedipine MR, Diltiazem MR (>60mg preps), Enoxaparin

Why should insulins always be prescribed by brand name?

Insulins are biologic medicines - biologic and biosimilar medicines should always be prescribed by brand name.

Which gastrointestinal drug should be prescribed by brand name?

Mesalazine (Oral)

Which mental health drugs should be prescribed by brand name?

Lithium

Methylphenidate MR

Which antiseizure medications should be prescribed by brand name?

CPr3 (Carbamazepine, Phenytoin, Phenobabital, Primidone)

Which organ transplant drugs should be prescribed by brand name?

Ciclosporin

tacrolimus

Which respiratory drugs should be prescribed by brand name?

Corticosteroids inhalers (Belcometasone, Budesonide