# Mosby's Drug Reference — Over 5,000 Drug Listings

> Comprehensive drug reference for healthcare professionals with safety alerts and detailed monographs. (iPhone/iPad app by Unbound Medicine, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mosbys-drug-reference/id959042883 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Unbound Medicine, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300420400)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 235 App Store ratings · 22 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mosbys-drug-reference/id959042883/reviews.md

## What is Mosby's Drug Reference?

14-Day Free Trial

** Trusted by Health Care Professionals for Over 30 Years **

ABOUT MOSBY’S DRUG REFERENCE
Based on the latest edition, Mosby's Drug Reference provides health care professionals with the tools they need to eliminate errors and improve accuracy. Drug monographs feature concise, easy-to-understand information and make finding answers easy with sections on each drug's action, usage, dosage, interactions, side effects, and more. With an emphasis on patient safety, this best-selling app includes Black Box Warnings for dangerous adverse reactions, Safety Alerts for situations requiring special attention, and a focus on life-threatening side effects of 50 common drug classes.

FEATURES
•	More than 5,000 generic and trade-name drugs are profiled
•	Appendix of recent FDA-approvals
•	Icons for High Alert and Rarely Used medications
•	Highlighted Black Box Warnings, safety alerts, and life-threatening side effects
•	Helpful IV therapy updates
•      Create custom notes and highlights within entries
•	150+ abbreviations listed for practical understanding
•	Unlabeled uses and help with easily confused drug names
•	Full Text Search helps find medications quickly 
•	“Favorites” for bookmarking important entries

FREE 14-DAY TRIAL: WHAT TO EXPECT
• First-time users can access Unbound's complete Mosby's Drug Reference mobile app free for 14 days
• After 14 days, your iTunes account will be charged $45.99 for a one-year subscription unless you have turned off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the free trial ends.
• To manage your subscriptions, open Apple's “Settings” app and tap on the “iTunes & App Store" entry. Tap your Apple ID at the top of the screen and login. Tap subscriptions, then tap the subscription you wish to manage. 
•NOTE: If you choose not to purchase a subscription, content will no longer be viewable after the free trial period.  

iTunes automatic renewal: Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off 24 hours prior to the conclusion of your current period. Auto Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Your iTunes account will automatically be charged the current renewal rate ($45.99) within 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. If you choose not to renew, you will be able to use the app, however will not receive updates. 

Authors: Linda Skidmore-Roth, RN, MSN, NP
Publisher: Elsevier
Powered by: Unbound Medicine

Unbound Privacy Policy: www.unboundmedicine.com/privacy
Unbound Terms of Use: https://www.unboundmedicine.com/end_user_license_agreement

## Key features

- Over 5,000 drug listings
- Black Box Warnings and Safety Alerts
- Drug action, usage, dosage, interactions, side effects
- Custom notes and highlights
- Full text search
- Appendix of recent FDA-approvals

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mosby's Drug Reference | $45.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 22)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mosbys-drug-reference/id959042883/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Subpar

*2026-03-14*

Routinely does not have drugs that I’m looking for

**Developer response:** Hello and thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience with the app isn't what you expected. As of the latest edition Mosby's features more than 5,000 generic and trade-name drugs. This content comes directly from the publisher of the title, but we can forward your comments to them for review and potential revision. Thank you.

### 2/5 — Minimal customization

*2025-01-01*

Not for Canadian market, (doesn't have things like Ventolin or Diclectin). Not categorized and searchable by drug class or disease or anything. Cannot customize what info to show first for each drug. Really disappointed and I will likely not renew subscription next  year.

**Developer response:** Hello and sorry for the issue you are experiencing. It may help to utilize the universal search option (magnifying glass icon) to find available drugs. We were able to find results for (generic versions of) Ventolin and Diclectin. Also, you may be interested in the 14-Day Free trial for our Davis's Drug Guide app, which has customization by Generic and Brand names.

### 1/5 — Mosby’s drug reference

*2024-04-02*

I’m a nurse, and unfortunately while trying to look up my patients meds most of them weren’t there. Not worth the $$

### 4/5 — What is the drug reference

*2022-04-19*

I have used this in the past in my nursing school days, over 20 years ago. It is just a great reference, back in the day and today. I’ve always recommend this drug reference book, to my colleagues  and new nursing students.

**Developer response:** We are delighted to hear that you used the app for Nursing School in the past and still reference it today! Thank you for sharing your positive review and recommending the app to upcoming nursing students and colleagues as well.

### 5/5 — Great, but would be greater if there was a version for people in the dental field.

*2021-11-10*

I have the hard copy of Mosby’s Dental Drug Reference, it would be great if an app version can be created for it. The nursing one is great, but it doesn’t contain all of the dental contraindications that the book has. I hope you guys make one!

**Developer response:** We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback! We will be sure to pass your suggestion along to our team.

### 2/5 — RN

*2020-02-19*

Will suspend subscription. Can’t find common drug. Uses generic name first. Can’t pull up drug from favorites list.

**Developer response:** Hello. We are sorry to hear that you are having trouble with the application.  Please reach out to our Support team with any questions you may have; we may be able to help you navigate the application more easily. Our number is 610-627-9090 (M-F, 9 to 5PM EST)

### 5/5 — Question about favorite list?

*2019-03-23*

Is there a way to separate mine and my husbands favorites?

**Developer response:** Hi there, each Mosby's account has its own Favorites list. If you and your husband use the same Mosby's account, then your Favorites will be combined. These accounts are intended for individual use. If you wish to have your own accounts and Favorites lists, it would be necessary to purchase a second account. Please see our website for more information, or feel free to reach out to our Support team at support@unboundmedicine.com.

### 3/5 — It’s ok

*2019-02-20*

I’m a nursing student and for the most part it works ok. Every time I search norco or hydrocodone hydrochlorothiazide comes up. Meds are missing too. Don’t remember which ones because I had to resort to lexicomp on the desktop but I feel like for $50 the app should be updated more often.

**Developer response:** Hi Ashley, we appreciate the feedback. Mosby's is updated annually when new editions are released. Please email any specific missing meds to support@unboundmedicine.com. We will forward those comments to the Mosby's publisher for their consideration.

### 1/5 — Missing drugs

*2019-02-06*

I’ve been a nurse for a while and in my downtime I look up random drugs and have found this app to be woefully lacking on the drugs I want to know more about. In 3 months, I have come across 19 drugs we have used but are not listed in this reference. That’s pathetic.

**Developer response:** We're sorry to hear you are not finding what you're looking for in Mosby's. Feel free to email our support team at support@unboundmedicine.com with the names of any drugs you find to be missing. We license the content of Mosby's Drug Reference from the publisher and would be happy to contact them so that they can review any proposed entries for inclusion in the guide with future content updates.

### 2/5 — Not what I was hoping for.

*2018-12-28*

This does not have drugs such as etomidate, and ketamine available.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback. We have forwarded your request for entries on these drugs to the publisher for their review and potential revision. Thanks for bringing this issue to our attention and feel free to reach out to our Support team at support@unboundmedicine.com if you have other concerns.

## Frequently asked questions about Mosby's Drug Reference

### What is Mosby's Drug Reference?

Mosby's Drug Reference is a mobile application designed for healthcare professionals, offering comprehensive information on over 5,000 drugs. It includes details on drug actions, usage, dosage, interactions, side effects, and patient safety information like Black Box Warnings and Safety Alerts.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include detailed monographs for over 5,000 generic and trade-name drugs, highlighted Black Box Warnings and Safety Alerts, information on life-threatening side effects, custom notes and highlights, a full-text search function, and an appendix of recent FDA-approvals.

### How much does Mosby's Drug Reference cost?

The app offers a 14-day free trial for first-time users. After the trial, a one-year subscription costs $45.99, which automatically renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the trial ends. Content will not be viewable after the free trial if a subscription is not purchased.

### What kind of information is included in the drug monographs?

Each drug monograph provides concise, easy-to-understand information covering the drug's action, usage, dosage, interactions, side effects, and other critical details. It also includes specific alerts for high-risk medications and life-threatening side effects.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is intended for healthcare professionals, such as nurses, doctors, and pharmacists, who require reliable and up-to-date drug information to make informed decisions, reduce errors, and enhance patient care.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.15 — 2026-05-13

We’ve upgraded our purchase process. We implemented Apple’s latest payment technology to make buying and restoring purchases smoother than ever.
   - Instant Access: Your premium features unlock immediately after purchase.
   - Better Reliability: No more "Restore Purchase" errors.
   - Seamless Management: Easier control over your subscription status directly within the app

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact Unbound Medicine Support.

### 1.14 — 2026-03-10

Manage your subscription information quickly and easily. We've added an Account Management capability so you can view and manage your account details directly from the app.

### 1.13 — 2025-12-22

Updated the app information to be in compliance with the latest regulatory changes.

### 1.12 — 2024-08-21

* Improved performance for faster access to critical medical information. 

If you have any questions or feedback, please reach out to the Unbound Medicine support team.

### 1.11 — 2024-03-01

Thank you for using The Mosby's Drug Reference app by Unbound Medicine. In this latest update, we've enhanced the Notes feature with additional highlighting options and a refreshed design. Should you have any questions or wish to share feedback, please reach out to Unbound Medicine Support.

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