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Prescription and nonprescription drugs
Highlighted sites
DrugDigest (Express Scripts): A noncommercial, evidence-based, consumer health and drug information site dedicated to empowering consumers to make informed choices about drugs and treatment options.
http://www.drugdigest.org
http://www.drugdigest.org
MICROMEDEX
(Only available at Park Nicollet Health Library): This database contains clinical drug information written and reviewed by health professionals. For patient information, search for drug names in the CareNotes System.
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Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (FDA): Sponsored by the Food and Drug Administration, this site’s sections include newly approved drugs, drug safety and side effects, drug shortages, ingredient databases and research.
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PDRhealth (Physician’s Desk Reference): Information for patients from the Physician's Desk Reference. Search for prescription, over-the-counter, herbal and dietary supplements. Also includes images of drugs.
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RxList (WebMD): Searchable cross index of U.S. prescription and over-the-counter products providing links to full prescribing information as well as patient education material.
www.rxlist.com/
