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DailyMed

Also known as: DailyMed database, NLM DailyMed

Verified from DailyMed on 06-02-2026
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DailyMed is the U.S. National Library of Medicine's public repository for product labeling submitted to the FDA. It serves as a reference point for the most current labeling associated with a wide range of human and animal health products, including FDA-approved drugs and biologics, nonprescription products, certain medical devices, and other regulated items. The scope of products covered is described in the source definition below.

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DailyMed definition

The DailyMed database contains labeling, submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) by companies, for the following products: FDA-approved products: Prescription drug and biological products for human use (labeling includes Prescribing Information, patient labeling, and carton and container labeling): Drug products, and Biological products Nonprescription (e.g., over-the-counter) drug and biological products for human use Certain medical devices for human use Medical gases for human and animal use Prescription and nonprescription drugs for animal use Additional products regulated, but not approved, by the FDA: Certain medical devices Cosmetics Dietary supplements Medical foods Unapproved prescription and nonprescription products

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