Which agency assigns the generic name to a drug?

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Which agency assigns the generic name to a drug?

Explanation:
In pharmacology, the generic, nonproprietary name of a drug is assigned by the FDA in coordination with the USAN Council to ensure the name is clear, distinct, and suitable for widespread use. This name is used on labels and in medical communication, while the brand name is the manufacturer’s trademark. The other agencies listed do not handle drug naming—NASA is a space agency, CDC focuses on disease control, and NIH conducts biomedical research.

In pharmacology, the generic, nonproprietary name of a drug is assigned by the FDA in coordination with the USAN Council to ensure the name is clear, distinct, and suitable for widespread use. This name is used on labels and in medical communication, while the brand name is the manufacturer’s trademark. The other agencies listed do not handle drug naming—NASA is a space agency, CDC focuses on disease control, and NIH conducts biomedical research.

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