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Use “Lexicomp” as the author, and the date the page was last updated as the date. Example: (Lexicomp, 2018).

Is lexicomp a book?

This pocket-sized book is designed as a quick reference for the drugs most commonly used in dental practice. It includes practical, practice-oriented suggestions made by dental professionals and a section on prescription writing and prescription requirements.

Who is lexicomp endorsed by?

the American Pharmacists Association
Adult Drug Information Handbook: Endorsed by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) and chosen daily by healthcare professionals as their resource to help improve medication safety and enhance patient care.

How do I reference lexicomp AMA?

Basic Format Article title. Title of Lexicomp section. Hudson, OH: Lexicomp, Copyright date.

How do you source lexicomp?

Format for Citing Lexicomp Online Hudson (OH): Lexicomp Inc.: publication year [updated Day Mon. Year; cited Day Mon. Year]. Available from:

When was lexicomp last updated?

Hudson (OH): Lexicomp, Inc.; 2007 [cited 2012 Aug 15]. Publisher information for drug information sources was last updated on July 7, 2020. MICROMEDEX contains several different databases.

What does DSC stand for in Lexicomp?

The initial home screen of the application provides users access to Lexicomp content via global searching or by browsing the available content. In addition to browsing/searching our clinical databases, the blue tool bar across the top of the application allows the user to access all clinical decision support tools.

What is the Lexicomp drug reference database?

Lexicomp is a drug reference solution for hospital wide or community pharmacists. Lexicomp features intuitive navigation, drug monographs, and drug interaction screenings to help pharmacists increase efficiency and improve workflow throughout the pharmacy.

What is the difference between UpToDate and lexicomp?

Lexicomp is a comprehensive drug information database integrated within UpToDate. It provides access to brand names, mechanism of action, dosing, drug and food interactions, contraindications and warnings, and other key information.

How do you cite AMA Micromedex?

Micromedex. IBM Micromedex states that “when referencing a Micromedex product or database, you must include: (electronic version), IBM Watson Health information, URL address () and the date accessed.”

How do I cite information from Lexicomp?

Start with the name of the document itself and the specific database. Use the full name or title of the monograph,topic,or chart you accessed through Lexicomp.

  • Identify the publisher and location. Lexicomp is published and maintained by Wolters Kluwer Health,Inc.,which is located in Riverwoods,IL.
  • Provide a URL for Lexicomp.

    • How to cite Lexicomp database?

    Start with the name of the specific page and database.

  • Include publication and access dates in square brackets. The next element of an NLM citation is typically the publication date.
  • Identify the general resource where you accessed the information. Type the word “In,” then provide the full name of Lexicomp itself,along with the word “Internet” in square brackets.
  • Include the location and name of the publisher. For the next part of your citation,provide the city and state where Lexicomp is published and maintained.
  • Close with a URL for the resource. When you look up a drug or other topic on Lexicomp,the URL generated is unique to your search and cannot be
  • Follow the recommended format for in-text citations. The NLM itself does not have a specific style for in-text citations.

    • How do I cite a Lexicomp monograph?

    Start with the drug name and the specific database. Type the name of the drug you looked up,followed by a period.

  • Provide the location and name of the publisher. Include the city where the company that produces and maintains Lexicomp is located,followed by the postal abbreviation for the state
  • Include publication and citation dates.

    • What is Lexicomp ONLINE?

    Lexicomp Online is a collection of clinical databases and clinical decision support tools that provides users with an extensive medical library. Lexicomp provides access to clinical drug resources including: calculators, identifiers, interaction & overdose assessments, and patient education resources.

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