Lexicomp vs Micromedex (2025): The Pharmacist's Debate

Last reviewed: 2025-12-17 · Reviewed by

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At a Glance

Who is it for?

Lexicomp:Pharmacists

Micromedex:Hospitals / Tox

Why choose Lexicomp?

  • **Interface**: Cleaner and easier to navigate.
  • **UpToDate Integration**: Seamless links.
  • **Pediatrics**: Strong pediatric database.

Why choose Micromedex?

  • **Toxicology**: The gold standard (Poisindex).
  • **IV Compatibility**: Trissel's database integration.
  • **Depth**: Often has obscure data Lexicomp misses.

Feature Comparison

CapabilityLexicompMicromedex
StrengthClinical PharmacyToxicology & IVs
UsabilityHighMedium (Older interface)

In-Depth Analysis

Overview

It often comes down to what your hospital subscribes to. Lexicomp is widely loved for its usability and link to UpToDate. Micromedex is kept around because its toxicology and IV compatibility data are simply irreplaceable.

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Use-Cases

Clinical Verification

When to choose Lexicomp

  • **Preferred.** Faster.

When to choose Micromedex

  • Good.

Overdose / Poisoning

When to choose Lexicomp

  • Good.

When to choose Micromedex

  • **Winner.** Unmatched.