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BNF / BNFc: Resource of the week #29

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What is it?
The BNF and BNFc are the British National Formulary and British National Formulary for Children. They are drug references, providing authoritative and practical information on the prescribing, monitoring and administration of drugs and medicines.

Key Features
The BNf and BNFc are available in a range of formats:

Print – a print cope of each text is always kept in the library; search our catalogue Library Search to find copies.

eBook - you can access the BNF & BNFc online via Medicines Complete. You will need either an NHS Athens account or Keele University computer login details. Search Library Search for the link or go directly to Medicines Complete.

On the Internet – the BNF and BNFc are available as part of NICE Evidence. You can access the content without logging in.

Mobile App – there is also an app version of the BNF / BNFc, see here for more details

You will find information about the drug, including:
  • Indications & dose
  • Cautions
  • Side-effects
  • Contra-indications
  • Interactions
  • And more
How can it help you?
The BNF and BNFc are essential tools for finding information about drugs and medicines.

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