The Drug Information Center provides University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics staff with information about
commercially available and investigational drugs
drug to drug interactions
drug-laboratory interactions
drug identification by tablet/capsule markings
foreign drug identification
natural/herbal products
injectable drug compatibility
adverse drug reactions
safety of drug use during pregnancy and breast feeding
other medication-related questions
The Drug Information Center responds to more than 5,000 information requests annually.
The Formulary and Handbook contains information about policies and procedures related to the use of medications with UI Hospitals & Clinics, a listing of currently stocked medications, and guidelines for the appropriate use of medications.