First Databank (FDB)
The #1 provider of integrated drug databases and clinical decision support solutions that help healthcare professionals make precise decisions.
Overview
First Databank (FDB) is a leading provider of drug and medical device knowledge that helps healthcare professionals make precise medication-related decisions. FDB's solutions are integrated into healthcare information technology systems to improve patient safety and healthcare outcomes.
✨ Key Features
- FDB MedKnowledge drug database
- Medication decision support modules
- Targeted Medication Warnings using a patient-first approach
- Drug-device knowledge
- Interoperability module for vocabulary mapping (e.g., RxNorm, SNOMED CT)
- Pharmacogenomic clinical decision support
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Patient-first approach to CDS with Targeted Medication Warnings
- Deep integration with a wide range of healthcare IT systems
- Strong focus on interoperability and standardized vocabularies
Unique Value: Provides precise, actionable, and integrated drug knowledge that enables safer and more effective medication-related decisions within the clinical workflow.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Used extensively by providers, payers, and regulatory organizations for safer prescribing and dispensing.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- General diagnostic decision support
🏆 Alternatives
FDB's key advantage is its deep integration and focus on interoperability, making it a core component of many EHRs and HIT systems, rather than a standalone application.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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