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Drug Registries

FDA databases, drug lookup tools, and medication information resources

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FDA Drug Database (Drugs@FDA)

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Official FDA database of approved prescription and over-the-counter drugs, including labeling, approval history, and safety information.

Researching new medicationsFinding generic equivalentsChecking FDA approval status

FDA Orange Book

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Official FDA publication identifying drug products approved for safety and effectiveness, including therapeutic equivalence ratings.

Finding generic alternativesUnderstanding therapeutic equivalencePatent expiration research

DailyMed (NIH)

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National Institutes of Health database providing official drug labeling (package inserts) submitted to the FDA.

Reading package insertsChecking drug interactionsUnderstanding side effects

RxList

Consumer-friendly drug information resource with easy-to-understand drug monographs, interactions, and pill identification.

Understanding medications in plain languagePill identificationQuick drug lookups

Drugs.com

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Comprehensive drug information portal with pricing, interactions, pill ID, and user reviews of medications.

Price comparisonsDrug interactionsUser experiencesFinding coupons

GoodRx

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Drug pricing comparison platform offering free coupons and discounts at pharmacies nationwide.

Finding lowest drug pricesCash-pay patientsComparing pharmacy prices
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MedlinePlus Drug Information

NIH resource providing consumer-friendly drug information written for patients, not medical professionals.

Patient-friendly explanationsSpanish speakersGeneral health information

Epocrates

Clinical drug reference used by healthcare professionals, with a free version available to patients.

Healthcare professionalsDetailed clinical informationDrug interactions
Free basic / $175/yr Pro
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ClinicalTrials.gov

NIH database of clinical studies conducted around the world, searchable by condition, drug, or location.

Finding clinical trialsAccessing experimental treatmentsResearch participation

RxAssist

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Database of patient assistance programs offered by pharmaceutical companies for those who can't afford medications.

Finding free/low-cost medicationsUninsured patientsUnderinsured patients

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