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 | ||
| Dosage Recommendations |
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| Drug administration |
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| Drug interactions (drug-drug, drug-food, drug-lab tests, drug-disease, etc.) |
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| Drugs in pregnancy and lactation |
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| Herbal, natural & homepathic products, dietary supplements |
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| Identification (foreign) |
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| Identification (domestic) |
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| Immunization schedules | ||
| Industry | ||
| IV compatibility |
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| Manufacturer’s information, i.e. addresses, phone numbers, etc. |
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| Non-proprietary and Proprietary Names |
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| Nursing considerations | ||
| Over-the-counter products |
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| Patient counseling/education |
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| Pharmacokinetics |
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| Pharmacology |
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| Regulatory/legal information | ||
| Therapeutic use (approved indications) |
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| Therapeutic use (off-label uses) | ||
| Toxicology/poisoning |
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| Current news |
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