The Curious Clinicians

33 - What's in a (drug's) name?

Sep 1, 2021
The podcast delves into the intriguing reasons behind drug names, focusing on Carbidopa-Levodopa's brand name Sinemet. It explores chiral molecules in drug effectiveness, the role of Carbidopa in managing nausea, and the fascinating origin stories of medication names like Montelucast and Warfarin.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Exploring the Role of Chiral Molecules in Drug Effectiveness and Side Effects
03:01 • 2min
3
Exploring the Anatomy of Nausea Induction and the Role of Carbidopa in Medication
05:08 • 2min
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Exploring the Fascinating Origins of Drug Names
07:03 • 6min