DrugBank database is a bioinformatic tool in which it consists the details or information about various drugs, ranging from chemical, pharmaceutical and pharmacological data. Also includes in it is the comprehensive drug targets in which each of the specific drug binds.
Now I will start the search on Paracetamol.....As shown in picture below, the outcome of the search shows the generic name of Paracetamol that is Acetaminophen..
On top of the page, we can see the targets, enzymes, transporters and biointeractions (shown with different colours) that concerns with acetaminophen. It aids the researchers by organizing the information in a systematic way to ease the searching process.
Scrolling down to the page, one can see a lot of information regarding the drugs. Examples are: prescription products, generic prescription products, over the counter (OTC) products, different brand name, respective brand ingredients, chemical name and so on!
Example in the section of OTC products, it shows the dosage form of the drugs available, strength, route of administration, labeller and when is the drug marketing start. It brings huge benefits to not only the scientist but also the healthcare provider. For example, it helps to avoid the possible medication errors such as overdose and under dose of drugs when the appropriate dose range is available there.
Here is the link for the website: http://www.drugbank.ca/
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