Rx

Introduction In August 2018, I started a self-initiated drug database project, called "Rx" . My motivation stemmed from not finding a database that met my needs at work and desiring a more organized way to record my reading material. Additionally, the existing unofficial MOH Formulary mobile applications are often infrequently updated and require users to pay a fee to remove advertisements. About the Project In my role as a full-time pharmacist at a government hospital in Malaysia, the Malaysia Ministry of Health Medicines Formulary (MOHMF) has served as the foundation for my self-initiated drug database. At work, we frequently consult MOHMF for information such as prescriber categories , approved indications and purchase methods. To improve the comprehensiveness of the database, Brand name search has been prioritized to include both original brand and local generic brands for oral medications. The prescription of medications by doctors frequently involves the use of prop...