Drugs.com

Drugs.com is a comprehensive online pharmacy and medical resource that provides a wide range of information about prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, natural products, and health news. The website is owned and operated by the Drugsite Trust, a privately-held trust administered by two New Zealand pharmacists.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Drugs.com provides free, peer-reviewed, accurate and independent data on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines & natural products. It is a reliable source of drug information for both consumers and healthcare professionals. The website is updated regularly to include new drugs and the latest health news.

Features[edit | edit source]

Drugs.com offers several features to its users. The 'Drug Interactions Checker' allows users to check potential drug interactions. The 'Pill Identifier' helps users to identify pills by their physical characteristics and imprint codes. The 'Symptom Checker' helps users to identify potential health issues based on their symptoms. The website also provides detailed information about drug side effects, dosage, pregnancy warnings, and more.

Mobile App[edit | edit source]

Drugs.com also offers a mobile app that provides the same comprehensive drug information as the website. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices.

Criticism and Controversy[edit | edit source]

While Drugs.com is a valuable resource, it has faced criticism for its reliance on user-generated content, which can sometimes be inaccurate or misleading. However, the website maintains that all its content is reviewed by a team of healthcare professionals before being published.