Do active ingredient names (Generic Names) support foreign languages or international notations?

As a general rule, active ingredient names on our platform are standardized to 'U.S. Notation (USAN / USP)' only.

Ensuring Search Precision and International Standardization

• Why We Adopt U.S. Notation

  By adopting USAN (United States Adopted Names) the most standard and widely utilized nomenclature in the global pharmaceutical trade we prevent naming inconsistencies, maintain high search accuracy, and ensure the integrity of our database.




• Important Search Considerations

  Differences between U.S. and UK/EU Notations: Please be aware that spellings may differ from British English (INN / BP).

  • Example: U.S. 'Epinephrine' vs. UK 'Adrenaline'

  • Example: U.S. 'Acetaminophen' vs. UK 'Paracetamol'




• Japanese and Other Local Languages:

  Searching by Japanese ingredient names or other local languages is currently not supported.

Advice for Successful Searching

• Verify USAN Spellings: If you cannot find a specific ingredient, please verify the U.S. notation (USAN) and try again. If you are unsure of the correct spelling, feel free to contact us via Messages, and our specialists will assist you.

• Utilize CAS Numbers: For precise identification of chemical substances, providing the CAS Registry Number in your quotation request is the most reliable method.

• Identify via Brand Names: If you provide a well-known brand name (Innovator drug), our team can cross-reference it with the standardized U.S. generic name for you.