Nursing Resources: Drugs & Medications

The LactMed® database contains information on drugs and other chemicals to which breastfeeding mothers may be exposed. It includes information on the levels of such substances in breast milk and infant blood, and the possible adverse effects in the nursing infant. Suggested therapeutic alternatives to those drugs are provided, where appropriate. All data are derived from the scientific literature and fully referenced. A peer review panel reviews the data to assure scientific validity and currency.

Provides quick access to information on over 12,000 drugs. The portal includes information from the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and other government agencies such as the FDA & CDC.

DailyMed is a searchable database with labeling for prescription and nonprescription drugs for human and animal use.