Pharmacy
BCG medical abbreviation
BCG means "Bacillus Calmette-Guerin".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for BCG), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What BCG means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacillus Calmette-Guerin | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy |
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What does BCG mean in medical terms?
BCG means "Bacillus Calmette-Guerin".
Where is BCG used?
BCG shows up in prescriptions and pharmacy. Its category here is pharmacy.
Is BCG on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. BCG is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.