STAT+: The best and worst drug names this year

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Source: STAT News

Original: https://www.statnews.com/2025/12/23/biotech-news-best-and-worst-drug-names-2025/...

Published: Tue, 23 Dec 2025 15:07:09 +0000

The article reviews the best and worst drug names for this year, as selected by the authors of The Readout newsletter[1]. It gives specific examples of names considered both good and inappropriate (specific names are given in the article)[1]. The text explains the criteria by which the names were evaluated, including memorability, clarity for physicians and patients, and risk of confusion with other drugs[1]. The article also provides background on the trade name registry and the industry name approval process[1]. There are additional biotechnology news items in The Readout newsletter, which the article briefly summarises, along with a ranking of names[1]. The article does not represent a new clinical trial or treatment outcome; it is an editorial assessment of names and accompanying biotechnology news[1].