Evaluation of drug interaction microcomputer software: Part 2--Drug Interactions Advisor.
Drug Interactions Advisor was evaluated using general and specific criteria. The installation process, ease of learning and use were rated as good. The documentation and technical support were rated as fair. The program received fair ratings for scope of coverage, clinical documentation, and frequency of updates. Because of the quality and quantity of interaction information provided, overall clinical performance was rated as poor. The program has value as an initial screen for detection of potential interactions. It is not a useful source for evaluative drug interaction information.
D004346:Drug Information Services / Q000592:standards*; D004347:Drug Interactions; D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D008838:Microcomputers; D012984:Software / Q000592:standards*; D014481:United States