UpToDate Advanced + Lexidrug – Integrated clinical and pharmacological decision solutions

UpToDate Advanced and UpToDate Lexidrug are advanced clinical information and medication decision tools providing healthcare professionals with evidence-based information to support clinical decisions in patient care and drug dosing.

Both products are part of the portfolio of solutions from UpToDate, a division of Wolters Kluwer Health – a premier provider of clinical decision software.

What UpToDate Advanced is

UpToDate Advanced is an expanded version of the UpToDate tool that integrates classic clinical content with interactive tools designed for point-of-care decision support during patient care.

• Interactive clinical Pathways: clearly guide the user step-by-step in resolving common and complex clinical scenarios.
• Lab Interpretation: fast explanation of abnormal results and suggestions for next steps.

The content stems from the core UpToDate editorial workflow prepared by thousands of physician-authors, editors, and reviewers worldwide. This product is not standalone – it is typically delivered as an add-on to an UpToDate subscription, expanding its functionality for clinical practice needs.

What UpToDate Lexidrug is

UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly known as Lexicomp) is a top-tier reference system for drug and medication information intended for pharmacists, physicians, nurses, clinical pharmacologists, and field professionals.

It is designed to help make safe and effective decisions in treatment and dosing.

Key features of Lexidrug

• Comprehensive drug databases with detailed information on dosing, indications, contraindications, and adverse effects.
• Tools for checking drug interactions and verifying pharmacotherapy safety.
• Formulary support and database customization: ability to integrate custom medical formulas and organizational policies.
• Mobile app and online interface: quick access to drug references even offline.
• Tools like Trissel's IV Compatibility for answers to queries regarding intravenous therapy.

Lexidrug includes drug information, interactions, medication identification, and other pharmaceutical data that safely support clinical and pharmaceutical decisions.

Why combine UpToDate Advanced + Lexidrug

The combination of UpToDate Advanced & Lexidrug represents a holistic solution for modern clinical support, bringing together:

• Clinical diagnostics and therapeutic recommendations of UpToDate
• Deep pharmacological information and drug tools of Lexidrug

All integrated into one workspace – clinicians receive quick, clear, and reliable answers when deciding on diagnosis and medical treatment.

Who uses these products

• Physicians and clinical experts: for instant information while treating patients in hospitals and clinics.
• Pharmacists and clinical pharmacologists: for safe dosing, prevention of interactions, and pharmacotherapy recommendations.
• Nurses and assistants: for practical pharmacological data during patient care.
• Medical and pharmacy students: as a supporting educational and practice resource.

Short web-ready introduction

UpToDate Advanced & Lexidrug are integrated clinical decision and pharmacological solutions from UpToDate (Wolters Kluwer Health) that offer evidence-based diagnostic and therapeutic recommendations alongside deep and current drug databases. This combination supports clinicians, pharmacists, and medical experts in making safe, effective, and informed decisions in daily patient care.