FDB Image and Imprint
FDB Drug Images Module™
Identifying unknown drugs using high-resolution images
My role: principal programmer.
The Drug Images Module is an extensive database of high-resolution drug images of prescription and over-the-counter drugs to help users identify and reconcile drugs prescribed with drugs dispensed. This visual identification helps to protect patient safety throughout the medication dispensing and administration process. Users have access to thousands of drug images including solid oral drug products, tablets and capsules. Also included are dosage forms such as liquids, wrapped suppositories, ampoules, vials, ointment tubes, patches, and unit doses. The database can be linked to any 11-digit National Drug Code (NDC) file, including those provided by FDB.
FDB Drug Imprints Module™
Identifying unknown drugs using imprint descriptions
My role: principal programmer.
The Drug Imprints Module provides drug imprint descriptions for prescription and over-the-counter drugs. It helps verify drugs by physical details during the medication dispensing and administration processes. It helps clinicians and patients avoid medication errors by identifying drug products that are unpackaged, unlabeled, or unknown, compare the drug prescribed with the drug dispensed, and reconcile the differences. Multiple descriptors are provided including tablet and capsule descriptions, dosage form, coating, color(s), imprint(s), “score” marks, and shape. For liquids, the description includes color, flavor, and clarity. Several thousand drug imprints are included and are linked to 11-digit National Drug Code (NDC) files.
These modules of the MedKnowledge Framework were developed with Visual Studio, Team Foundation Server, C#, and use the Factory Pattern, eager loading, and object caching.
