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What does GCN mean in pharmacy? A Guide to the Generic Code Number

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Over 20 different systems are used worldwide for classifying and identifying drugs. In pharmacy, asking 'what does GCN mean in pharmacy?' specifically refers to the Generic Code Number, a five-digit code from First Databank that standardizes how equivalent drug products are grouped and identified.