MWU Library: High School: Drug Look Up

PILL IDENTIFICATION

You need medicine for a headache, and you find a mystery pill at the bottom of your parent's bag. Is your mystery medication appropriate to treat your aching head?

What type of drug is your pill?
What is your drug used for?

Merck Manual (Consumer)
First published in 1899 as a small reference book for physicians and pharmacists, the Manual grew in size and scope to become one of the most widely used comprehensive medical resources for professionals and consumers.

Facts & Comparisons eAnswers
Drug information; includes Trissel's IV compatibility, drug monographs, drug ID, orphan drugs, and clinical decision tools.

DRUG INTERACTION CHECKER

Find a partner. Compare your drugs with Micromedex's drug interaction feature.

Is there a drug-to-drug interaction? What may happen if someone takes both of your pills?

Micromedex Solutions
Information on drugs, diseases, and toxicology; includes drug interactions, IV compatibility, drug ID, drug comparisons, black box warnings, and a "do not confuse" drug list.

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