DrugBank
The world's most comprehensive drug knowledgebase.
Overview
DrugBank is a unique resource that combines detailed drug data with comprehensive drug target information. While it started as an academic resource, it now offers a commercial platform, including a Clinical API. This API provides access to structured drug data, including a drug-drug interaction checker, that can be integrated into healthcare software.
✨ Key Features
- Drug-drug interaction checker
- Detailed drug mechanism of action data
- Drug target and enzyme information
- Pharmacogenomic data
- Global drug product data
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Unparalleled depth of biochemical and pharmacological data
- Links drugs to their targets, enzymes, and transporters
- Strong academic roots and reputation
Unique Value: Provides the deepest molecular-level data, connecting drugs to their targets, which enables more sophisticated interaction analysis and powers precision medicine applications.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Use as a data source for bioinformatics and cheminformatics research.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Clinicians looking for a simple, point-of-care mobile app
🏆 Alternatives
Offers far more detail on the 'why' behind a drug's action and interactions than traditional clinical databases, making it invaluable for research and development.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Commercial Licensing tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Free for academic, non-commercial use.
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