Brand
Brand (brænd)
Brand is a term used in the field of medicine to refer to a specific type of product or service that is distinguished by a unique name, symbol, or design. The concept of a brand is crucial in the healthcare industry as it helps to identify and differentiate various medical products and services.
Etymology
The term 'brand' originates from the Old Norse word 'brandr', which means 'to burn'. This is in reference to the ancient practice of burning a mark onto products to signify their origin or ownership. In the context of medicine, a brand refers to the unique identity given to a specific medical product or service.
Related Terms
- Brand Name: A brand name is the unique name given to a specific product or service by the company that produces it. Brand names are crucial in the medical field as they help to differentiate between different types of medicines and treatments.
- Generic: A generic medicine is a drug that is equivalent to a brand-name product in dosage, strength, route of administration, quality, performance, and intended use.
- Trademark: A trademark is a type of intellectual property consisting of a recognizable sign, design, or expression which identifies products or services of a particular source from those of others.
- Patent: A patent is a form of intellectual property that gives its owner the legal right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention for a limited period of years.
- Pharmaceutical Company: A pharmaceutical company, or drug company, is a commercial business licensed to research, develop, market and/or distribute drugs, most commonly in the context of healthcare.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Brand
- Wikipedia's article - Brand
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