Top 5 Free Apps for Pharmacy Students
Lexicomp
Lexicomp is a go-to app for many pharmacists and students, because it provides fast, reliable answers to medication questions at the point of care. Its offerings include drug dosing, administration, potential interactions, adverse effects, and contraindications for adult, pediatric, geriatric, and pregnant and lactating patients. Additional sections include drug interaction screenings, listings of OTC and natural products, and toxicology information. Users should note that, although the app is free, its features require an annual subscription after the first 30 days of use. The company offers institutional subscriptions, so students should first check whether their school has access, and then follow the instructions from their school. Students who do not have access through their school can sign up for a Lexicomp account through the manufacturer’s website, http://www.lexi.com/.
Available for: iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android devices
Download: Android: http://phrmcyt.ms/XpYXwd iTunes: http://phrmcyt.ms/XpYWZe
RxShortages
This free, open-source, cross-platform mobile application is meant to give health care providers information about drug shortages quickly and easily. Information in the app comes from the FDA and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, and includes current shortages, resolved shortages, and unavailable drugs. A shortages feed sorts shortages by date, and a crowd sourcing feature allows users to see which entries have been viewed most frequently by day, week, month, and year. Don’t feel like scrolling through a feed? The app’s search feature allows users to find drugs by name. The fact that it’s open-source means the more tech-savvy pharmacies students can download the code and make changes that suit their needs.
Available for: Android devices, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch
Download: Android: http://phrmcyt.ms/Xq1ab2 iTunes: http://phrmcyt.ms/Xq0Dpz
Mint Personal Finance allows users to track, budget, and manage their money all in one place. After registering for a free, secure account with Mint.com, users add their bank, credit, loan, and retirement accounts, from which the website pulls and categorizes transaction data. The website and apps sync to provide accurate transaction data, and allow users to add transactions manually, set bill alerts, and monitor cash flow or large transactions. The site creates a customized budget for each user that is based on their common transactions. The app is passcode-protected with a 4-digit PIN, and users can deactivate mobile access from the Mint.com website if they lose or misplace their devices.
Available for: iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android Devices
Download: Android: http://phrmcyt.ms/Xq8mEf iTunes: http://phrmcyt.ms/Xq8ljC
Studious
This Android-only app helps students keep track of their schedule, whether it’s assignments, tests, or appointments—and automatically silences the phone during classes, once users upload their schedule. Users can also upload their course syllabus, and the app will send reminders about upcoming tests and assignments. Price: Free
Available for: Android Devices
Download: http://phrmcyt.ms/1s5I6s1
WiFi Finder
WiFi Finder allows users to find free or paid WiFi locations using the GPS function on their device. Users can download locations so they can view them while offline, or find the nearest WiFi location while on the road. The app allows users to search for certain providers, as well as allowing them to filter by location type. After selecting a location, the app provides a phone number and directions to the location. The app requires phone call permission when viewing information about the WiFi hotspot, however, it will not make calls unless the user specifically requests it.
Price: Free
Available for: Android devices, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch
Download: Android: http://phrmcyt.ms/1s5MeYZ iTunes: http://phrmcyt.ms/1s5MhEl
