Library: Pharmacology and Drug Information: Databases

Drug Monographs

Pharmacy & Pharmacology Resources

Briggs Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation (UpToDate Lexidrug) This link opens in a new window Evidence-based information on the safety of medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Includes pregnancy and breast-feeding recommendations with links to Briggs' definitions and in-line reference links to PubMed. Part of UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly Lexicomp).
DailyMed This link opens in a new window Current and accurate drug label and package insert information submitted to the FDA for prescription and nonprescription drugs.
Hale's Medications and Mother's Milk Online This link opens in a new window Choose this version for onsite access. This resource helps doctors, nurses, and breastfeeding parents understand how different medications affect breast milk and babies. It provides detailed information on whether a medication is safe to take while breastfeeding, how much of it might pass into breast milk, and whether it could affect the baby.
Choose this version for remote access. This resource helps doctors, nurses, and breastfeeding parents understand how different medications affect breast milk and babies. It provides detailed information on whether a medication is safe to take while breastfeeding, how much of it might pass into breast milk, and whether it could affect the baby.
LactMed - Drugs and Lactation Database This link opens in a new window Information on drugs and chemicals to which breastfeeding mothers may be exposed. Includes information on the levels of such substances in breast milk and infant blood, and the possible adverse effects in the nursing infant. Therapeutic alternatives are provided, where appropriate.
UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly Lexicomp) This link opens in a new window Comprehensive drug information, including interaction checkers, a drug identifier, patient education, toxicology information and more. Resource provided by System Clinical Pharmacy Services. Remote access is available on institutional VPN.
Martindale: The Complete Drug Reference This link opens in a new window A reliable and respected international drug reference. Find reviews of global pharmaceutical products as well as the identification of medications, local equivalents, manufacturers, and more. Part of UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly Lexicomp).
Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics This link opens in a new window Critical appraisals of new prescription drugs and comparative reviews of drugs for common diseases without the influence of the pharmaceutical industry.
Pediatric Neonatal Lexi-Drugs This link opens in a new window Comprehensive neonatal and pediatric dosing information. Researched and compiled by pediatric specialists. Part of UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly Lexicomp).
Prescriber Insights APRN This link opens in a new window Advanced practice nurses can find unbiased, evidence-based and reliable drug therapy recommendations free from pharma industry influence. Access monthly CME/CE podcasts and training, drug-comparison charts and much more in this trustworthy resource.
Prescriber Insights MD This link opens in a new window Physicians can find unbiased, evidence-based and reliable drug therapy recommendations free from pharma industry influence. Access monthly CME/CE podcasts and training, drug-comparison charts and much more in this trustworthy resource.
Prescriber Insights PA This link opens in a new window Physician assistants can find unbiased, evidence-based and reliable drug therapy recommendations free from pharma industry influence. Access monthly CME/CE podcasts and training, drug-comparison charts and much more in this trustworthy resource.

Integrative Medicine Resources

NatMed Pro This link opens in a new window Evidence-based resource for dietary supplements, natural medicines, and complementary alternative and integrative therapies. Tools include interaction and effectiveness checkers as well as information about nutrient depletion, pregnancy & lactation, and adverse effects.
HerbMedPro This link opens in a new window Online resource that provides scientific information about medicinal plants. It helps researchers and healthcare professionals find reliable data on the health benefits, safety, and uses of various herbs. Includes research studies, summaries, and references to support evidence-based herbal medicine.

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center - About Herbs Provides objective, evidence-based information that can be helpful in judging a product’s: traditional and proven uses, potential benefits, possible adverse effects and interactions with other herbs or medicines.