Resources by Topic
Drug Information Resources: Resources by Question Type (Topic)
But what resource should I begin with? It depends upon the type of question.
This table identifies specific resources, as starting points, to answer common question types (listed alphabetically). Links to the resources are also given so you can practice with them.
| Question Type | First Choices | Next Choices |
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| Adverse effects |
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| Bioequivalency |
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| Brand and Generic Names | ||
| Chemical Data | ||
| Clinical Trials | ||
| Comparative Information |
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| Contraindications | ||
| Cost |
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| Disease state information | ||
| Dosing | ||
| Drug administration | ||
| Drug interactions (drug-drug, drug-food, drug-lab tests, drug-disease, etc.) | ||
| Drug shortage | ||
| Herbal, natural & homeopathic products, dietary supplements | ||
| Identification (foreign - product name) |
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| Identification (domestic - product name) | ||
| Immunization schedules | ||
| Indications (approved and off-label) | ||
| IV compatibility |
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| Manufacturer’s information |
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| Over-the-counter products |
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| Patient education |
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| Pharmacokinetics | ||
| Pharmacology | ||
| Pregnancy and lactation | ||
| Regulatory/legal information | ||
| Toxicology/poisoning |
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