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Writer's pictureLisa Heinrichs PHom M

The Genius of Drug Names

Updated: Jul 21, 2023

Because catchy titles sell.




Have you ever noticed how catchy the names of some of these pharmaceutical

drugs are? Let’s take Viagra for example, here’s a quote from the article:

“...sounds a bit like vigor and vitality, two relevant themes for erectile

dysfunction. Effective names hold extraordinary potential.”


These drug companies know what they are doing.


However, what they don’t tell you is that these drugs come with a hefty dose of

reality in the form of side effects.

“But the erectile dysfunction drug has been linked to serious side effects,

including vision and hearing loss, heart complications and melanoma.”


Not exactly sexy.


Homeopathy is different. The remedy name is exactly what it is.


Arnica is Leopard's bane, a flower that grows in the alps. Bryonia is Wild Hops.

These names were not coined by a marketing team during an all-night brain

storming session.


In homeopathy we use the Latin name because Latin is the universal language of

the sciences and medicine, and that is what homeopathy is, medicine. Nothing

false or misleading.


There are what they are. One ingredient. No side effects. Nothing pretentious,

nothing false. These remedies stand on their own merits. Homeopathic

pharmacies are not trying to line their pockets, they are dedicated people doing

their best to provide this medicine to the world.


Until the next time, remember:


There is another way.


~ Lisa


The Author disclaims all liability for any loss or risk, personal or otherwise incurred as a consequence of use of any material in this article. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.


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