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Foreign drug identification.

L L Murdoch1

  • 1Drug Information Centre, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

DICP : the Annals of Pharmacotherapy
|June 1, 1989
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This study outlines methods for identifying foreign drug products, offering guidance for drug information centers. It details reference sources and strategies for building a comprehensive foreign drug identification library.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Drug Information Science
  • Regulatory Affairs

Background:

  • Accurate identification of foreign drug products is crucial for patient safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Drug information centers frequently encounter challenges in identifying international pharmaceuticals due to diverse labeling and formulations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the references utilized by a Canadian drug information center for identifying foreign drug products.
  • To provide practical guidelines for managing foreign drug identification requests.
  • To suggest methods for developing a robust reference library for foreign drugs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of reference materials and databases used for foreign drug identification.
  • Development of a systematic approach for handling drug identification inquiries.

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  • Exploration of strategies for creating and maintaining a specialized reference collection.

    • Main Results:

    • Identification of key reference sources for foreign drug products.
    • Establishment of clear guidelines for information gathering and problem-solving in drug identification.
    • Recommendations for building an effective foreign drug identification library.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective identification of foreign drugs requires a structured approach and access to specialized resources.
    • Drug information centers can enhance their capabilities by implementing systematic identification processes and reference library development.
    • Standardized guidelines are essential for consistent and accurate foreign drug identification.