The Renal Drug Database is now available to all UHNM staff!
Link directly to the Renal Drug Database or via the link on our NHS Resources page.
What is the Renal Drug Database?
The Renal Drug Database is an online drug reference tool providing additional drug detail relevant to renal patients, on renal dialysis or with kidney transplants. Each of the over 900 monographs provides guidance on Clinical Use, Dose in Normal Renal Function, Dose in Renal Impairment, Important Drug Interactions, Metabolism and Administration, with information validated under the governance of the UK Renal Pharmacy Group.How do you access the Renal Drug Database?
You will need an individual username and password to access this resource. Note it is not an NHS OpenAthens authenticated resource. Request your username / password either by completing our online form or contacting librarian Cheryl at the Health Library c.kent@keele.ac.uk.Link directly to the Renal Drug Database or via the link on our NHS Resources page.
Key Features
RDD has a simple search interface to enter the drug you are investigating. Search results can be ordered by relevance, article title or reviewed date. The reviewed date is included in the results list. Click the drug title to view the detailed entry. Any specific issues relating to renal patients are listed.
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