Drug Information Center
Welcome to the Drug Center. Here you can find health information that will help you learn more about the medicine you are taking. Plus, learn how to buy medicine online with the resources provided below.
General Drug Resources
Drugs@FDA lets you search for drugs by name, active ingredient, application number, and by browsing. This website will provide active ingredients, dosage, strength, and the company who makes it.
Medline Plus: Drugs and Supplements
This valuable resource, MedlinePlus, is a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. You can find information on their drugs or herbal supplements by both brand and generic name. It gives information such as why the medication is prescribed, how it should be used, special precautions, side effects, and how the medication should be stored.
PDR Health is a part of the Thomas Organization, which is a well known publisher of databases and other electronic information. This website provides information on drugs, clinical trials, and treatment options. You can search for medicine/drugs as prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, herbal medicines and supplements.
This is another great resource created and maintained by an independent organization of health professionals whose aim is to provide current and accurate health information on the Internet. At Web MD you can search for drug information three different ways: by browsing, by drug name, and by health condition.
Buying Medicine on the Internet
One of the new topics related to the Internet is purchases prescription drugs online. We have provided a list of websites that have information you should read before you make a purchase.
The FDA has policies for importing drugs from outside the United States. It is important to read these rules before buying drugs from another country.
Buying Medicine on the Internet
The FDA provides some good information on how to find reliable "online" stores. They give you some tips and promote caution when purchasing drugs online.