Reply to "How DO they get those names?"

BradshawBruin02Hall of Famer

Forgive me if this is not entirely accurate because I've been separate from Chemistry lectures for a few years, but chemical names typically describe their makeup. For instance, carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) is a form of cellulose composed of carboxymethyl groups. Now things like Xyotax are brand names that are somewhat derived from the product's chemical or drug name. They sell products with simpler, catchier names than their chemical names for good reasons; who would be able to remember Paclitaxel Poliglumex?

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