I found this link and I was impressed by it.
This web site offers free access to a comprehensive directory and information database of over 24,000 FDA-approved prescription and OTC drugs. The site also provides access to a drug interaction resource, and pill identifier. Access is free after an initial registration.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
New Windows Microvista and PDAs
So, I decided I wanted to buy a desktop because well I didn't have one and I was using my labtop as my desktop.
When I bought it I then realize that there a new Windows Program. My only thought at the time was "its probably better than the old one". Well, I installed and try to sync my PDA with my new desktop. This was a an upsetting moment because my PDA is not compatible with the New Windows. Well I thought this is just insane, how am I suppose to sync my PDA with my computer. Well there is a way in my PDA but still does not allow me to do my calendar and other functions. I am really upset about this and all I can do is just to hope that they fix this.
When I bought it I then realize that there a new Windows Program. My only thought at the time was "its probably better than the old one". Well, I installed and try to sync my PDA with my new desktop. This was a an upsetting moment because my PDA is not compatible with the New Windows. Well I thought this is just insane, how am I suppose to sync my PDA with my computer. Well there is a way in my PDA but still does not allow me to do my calendar and other functions. I am really upset about this and all I can do is just to hope that they fix this.
Thinking of adding Micromedex to your PDA, read my findings first.
While most of us agree that Micromedex is one of the best drug information sources out there it takes lots of space in your PDA. So what your say? Well, how frustated do you get when your computer takes time to bring up stuff and so on? I have found out from more than one person, that yes Micromedex is a great resource but it makes your PDA run very S-L-O-W; so if you want to add this resource to your PDA think about this first.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult is a must have
This reference covers more than 450 diseases providing immediate, point-of-care advice on problems seen in infants, children, and adolescents. Other features include entries addressing the workup and treatment of 50 chief complaints, plus a medication index, syndromes glossary, surgical glossary, laboratory values, and tables. This is a great resource to invest in. I definitely recommended.
Monday, October 29, 2007
You want a PDA...
What do I recommend?
It was very hard for me to choose a specific product but, when choosing what to buy consider that health-related resources generally have high memory requirements. Most PDAs have the capacity to add memory but not all resources will run on the expanded memory. Check the memory requirements for resources you're interested in downloading and buy a PDA with as much built in memory as you can afford.
Palm or Pocket PC?
I own a palm myself so, yes I do recommend Palm products over Pocket PCs because more drug information is available for Palms and, memory, power, and batteries are not an issue.
Handheld or Smartphone?
I think we can all agree that Smartphones look very fancy but, while Smartphones do give you the capability of staying connected with other people and combining phone and handheld in one this means that you give up something. Things that you give up are memory and money. So if you are buying a PDA for Drug Information Software, I recommend to stick to just a Handheld.
Which Handheld do I recommend?
Palm TX
The Palm TX offers a more affordable solution that should please a wide range of users, both professional and casual. Aside from built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, the TX crams a long list of features and solid performance into a sleek package that can go head-to-head with its Windows Mobile counterparts.
Product Specifics
Bluetooth enabled • wifi capable • 3.8 in. screen • 320X480 resolution • 312MHz Intel processor • 128 MB memory • 3.1 W • 0.6 D • 4.8 H • 5.3 ounces • 10/12/2005 release date
Price: $249.00 - $314.99
It was very hard for me to choose a specific product but, when choosing what to buy consider that health-related resources generally have high memory requirements. Most PDAs have the capacity to add memory but not all resources will run on the expanded memory. Check the memory requirements for resources you're interested in downloading and buy a PDA with as much built in memory as you can afford.
Palm or Pocket PC?
I own a palm myself so, yes I do recommend Palm products over Pocket PCs because more drug information is available for Palms and, memory, power, and batteries are not an issue.
Handheld or Smartphone?
I think we can all agree that Smartphones look very fancy but, while Smartphones do give you the capability of staying connected with other people and combining phone and handheld in one this means that you give up something. Things that you give up are memory and money. So if you are buying a PDA for Drug Information Software, I recommend to stick to just a Handheld.
Which Handheld do I recommend?
Palm TX
The Palm TX offers a more affordable solution that should please a wide range of users, both professional and casual. Aside from built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, the TX crams a long list of features and solid performance into a sleek package that can go head-to-head with its Windows Mobile counterparts.
Product Specifics
Bluetooth enabled • wifi capable • 3.8 in. screen • 320X480 resolution • 312MHz Intel processor • 128 MB memory • 3.1 W • 0.6 D • 4.8 H • 5.3 ounces • 10/12/2005 release date
Price: $249.00 - $314.99
Friday, October 5, 2007
PDA vs Online Drug Information Databases
I found a study that concluded that LexiComp performed significantly better than all of the other PDA databases evaluated. No PDA database demonstrated superiority to its online counterpart; however, the online versions of Clinical Pharmacology and Micromedex were superior to their PDA versions in answering questions.
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Drug information/PDA: I got a letter
Drug information/PDA: I got a letter
Pharmacist's Letter: PDA Version
What's the difference between a Pocket PC Phone and a PocketPC Smartphone? I'm installing Pharmacist's Letter on my Windows Mobile 5.0 PDA. ... www.pharmacistsletter.com
Pharmacist's Letter: PDA Version
What's the difference between a Pocket PC Phone and a PocketPC Smartphone? I'm installing Pharmacist's Letter on my Windows Mobile 5.0 PDA. ... www.pharmacistsletter.com
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