Genericide: The Case of Aspirin - Jones IP Law
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In the trademark world, "genericide" describes how a brand name can become so common it turns into a generic term for a product or service, irrespective of its origins. This scenario signals a brand's widespread acceptance but also the loss of its trademark protection. A prime example is the term "Aspirin."

This is apparently a case of a genericized trademark

I thought aspirin was the general name for the painkilling medicine, like acetaminophen of ibuprofen

  • Lost_My_MindEnglish
    17·
    2 days ago

    Atlanta Georgia:

    “How ya’ll fine folks doing tonight? Can I get ya started with some’in to drink?”

    “I’ll have a Coke”

    “Sure, sug. What kind?”

    “Sprite”

    “Aw, I’m sorry. We only carry Pepsi products!”

    “…how do you sleep at night?”