Look-Alike Sound-Alike (LASA) drugs refer to medications with similar names or packaging, which pose a significant risk of confusion.
The researcher points out that poor regulatory control has led to not only similar-sounding brands of drugs but also similar-looking drugs. (Creative Commons)
Doctors are shedding light on a critical medical situation where drugs that look and sound like confuse patients and even endanger them. The look alike and sounds alike (LASA) drugs often lead to medication errors with potentially dangerous consequences for patients. There is a need to review trademark search reports to prevent misleading brand names before granting marketing authorization.