# PharmaGuide

> Comprehensive drug information, interaction checker, and dosage guide for medical professionals. (iPhone/iPad app by PharmaGuide Systems.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pharmaguide/id1128063069 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PharmaGuide Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831047565)
- Category: Medical, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 60 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pharmaguide/id1128063069/reviews.md

## What is PharmaGuide?

PharmaGuide

Instant and Predictive Search by:
Brand
Company Name
Generic Name (e.g. Cefoperazone)
Contents (e.g. Cefoperazone and Sulbactam)
Therapeutic Category (e.g. Cephalosporins)

Interaction Checker:
Interaction Checker feature lets you quickly identify any interactions among prescribed drugs.
You can select GENERICS as well as BRANDS in your country to check interaction.

Risk Factors

Information provided under Risk Factors include Contraindications, Precautions and Risks in Pregnancy and Lactation for the relevant product.

Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out. 
Lactation: Contraindicated.
Contraindications: Severe respiratory depression, severe obstructive lung conditions.
Precautions: COPD, raised intracranial pressure, impaired consciousness, head injury, bradyarrhythmia, renal or hepatic impairment. Monitor for signs of respiratory depression. Brain tumour. Risk of tolerance and dependence. Elderly or debilitated patients.

Dosage (Alongwith Indications)

Fast, Quick & Easy Access to Accurate Dosage in Specific Indications

The usual dosage are: Adults: Usually 1 gm daily by deep IM., slow IV inj over at least 2-4 min, or IV infusion. Severe infections, 2-4 gm as a single dose every 24 hrs. Children: Usually 20-50 mg/kg once daily by IM inj., slow IV inj over at least 2-4 min, or IV infusion. Severe infections, up to maximum 80 mg/kg daily. Doses over 50 mg/kg to be given by slow IV infusion over at least 30 minutes. Neonates: IM/IV: Postnatal age ≤ 7 days or > 7 days (body wt ≤ 2 Kg): 50 mg/kg/day given every 24 hrs. Postnatal age > 7 days, body wt > 2 Kg: 50-75 mg/kg/day given every 24 hrs.

Administration

How to prepare and administer e.g. an Injectable
The drug may be administered by IV intermittent infusion over 10-30 min; final concentration for IV administration should not exceed 40 mg/mL. The drug has also been administered by direct IV push over 2-4 min. Inject deep IM into large muscle mass.
IM Injection: 250 mg/500 mg/1000 mg VIAL: To make concentration of 250 mg/mL add Water for Injection 0.9 mL in 250 mg vial; 1.8 mL in 500 mg vial; 3.6 mL in 1000 mg vial.
IV: 250 mg/500 mg/1000 mg VIAL: To make concentration of 100 mg/mL add Water for Injection 2.4 mL in 250 mg vial; 4.8 mL in 500 mg vial; 9.6 mL in 1000 mg vial.
Compatibility: Stable in D5W, D10W, NS, Sodium bicarbonate 5%, bacteriostatic water, SWFI.
Stability: For IV infusion in NS or D5W, solution is stable for 3 days at room temperature or 10 days when refrigerated.

Interactions

Amikacin, Aminoglycosides, Anticoagulants, Gentamicin, Kanamycin, Neomycin, Netilmicin, Streptomycin, Tobramycin, Warfarin.

Adverse Effects

GI upset, skin reactions, blood dyscrasias. Rarely pseudomembranous colitis, raised liver enzymes, glycosuria, oliguria, haematuria, bronchospasm, phlebitis at inj site, urinary and biliary precipitates, pancreatitis.

Alternate Products

Quickly find Alternate Products - Just Click the Appropriate Button
e.g. Searching for an Alternative of Amaryl

## Key features

- Instant drug search by brand, generic, or content
- Predictive search functionality
- Drug interaction checker
- Detailed risk factors and contraindications
- Accurate dosage information by indication
- Drug administration and preparation guides
- Alternate product suggestions

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pharmaguide/id1128063069/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Neha

*2025-09-03*

Pharma guide team help me through whats app to guide how to use this application

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2025-08-10*

Best resource for physicians in Pakistan 
I found it extremely useful when I was abroad as it tells you the brand names and prices 
Developer needs a lot of encouragement

### 5/5 — Best

*2025-06-25*

Best app for residents who just started training.

### 2/5 — Need alot of attention and improvements

*2020-11-18, version 1.3.2*

@Aasif baig 
App is not properly compatible with iphone 12 screen size and downloaded data gets deleted on its own again and we have to download it 
Kindly fix it.

### 3/5 — Dated version.

*2019-04-04*

Update the app to include support for the newer models of iphone, i.e x and above.

### 1/5 — Problematic

*2018-01-11*

The new updated App is so darn buggy. 
First of all if you are without wifi or a cellular connection you’re out of luck because the App won’t work at all and an “invalid user” pop-up appears on the screen. This bug kills the whole purpose of this App which is to get the drug information wherever one is. If I need a data connection to get the drug info, why on earth would I use this App instead of googling it. 

Secondly, even when I have a working internet connection, whenever I start the App it takes a good long 3-4 seconds for the “loading” pop-up to disappear. And if I tap the search field during this time I get the “invalid user” error. 

These two problems never used to occur during my previous subscription to this App in the year 2016. Don’t know what has changed. 

Please fix it soon.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2017-11-06*

Best resource for physicians in Pakistan 
I found it extremely useful when I was abroad as it tells you the brand names and prices 
Developer needs a lot of encouragement

### 1/5 — New app has a bug

*2016-08-26*

Old version served me well for two years. New version has a bug in it. Could not find the place to enter the 14 digit code.

### 1/5 — The New edition is problemetic

*2016-08-07*

I installed the new edition in order to get the additional benefit added i.e Drug interaction checker but I am unable to verify my account with mobile... I receive the verification code via sms but unable to put the code in the verify box. The software tries to verify my mobile but is unable to do so... This new edition is problemetic... I am unable to use the pharma guide.. I am purchased my 14 digit pharmaguide card in april this year and it will expire in april next year.

**Developer response:** Dear User,
Please follow the instructions mentioned at following link
http://epharmaguide.com/guide#iphone

## Frequently asked questions about PharmaGuide

### What kind of drug information does PharmaGuide provide?

PharmaGuide offers comprehensive drug information including search by brand, company name, generic name, contents, and therapeutic category. It also details risk factors, pregnancy and lactation information, contraindications, precautions, and adverse effects.

### How does the PharmaGuide interaction checker work?

The interaction checker allows users to select generics or brands available in their country to quickly identify potential interactions among prescribed drugs. This feature helps in preventing adverse drug events.

### Can PharmaGuide help with drug dosages and administration?

Yes, PharmaGuide provides fast and easy access to accurate dosage information for specific indications in adults, children, and neonates. It also includes detailed guides on how to prepare and administer drugs, such as injectables.

### Does PharmaGuide offer information on alternative medications?

PharmaGuide includes a feature to quickly find alternate products for a given medication. This allows users to explore other options if a specific drug is unavailable or unsuitable.

### What devices is PharmaGuide available on?

PharmaGuide is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for users across the Apple ecosystem.

### How frequently is PharmaGuide updated?

The app was last updated on December 22, 2025, indicating ongoing maintenance and potential for new information or features to be added.

### What is the user rating for PharmaGuide?

PharmaGuide has a rating of 3.3 stars based on 9 user ratings. This suggests a mixed but generally positive reception from its user base.

### Is PharmaGuide free to use?

Yes, PharmaGuide is available for free, with no in-app purchases or advertisements, making it an accessible resource for all users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2.12 — 2025-12-22

- Fixed an issue on the login screen
- General bug fixes and performance improvements

### 5.2.10 — 2025-10-16

-Built on a new architecture to support the latest iPhones
-Improved performance for a faster and smoother experience
-Added bookmarks to quickly save important content
-Recent searches feature for easier access to past queries
-New alternative filter added to refine search results

### 1.3.4 — 2023-12-12

- Updated brand logo.
- Improved architecture support.
- Added recent searches.

### 1.3.2 — 2017-06-15

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Improved architecture support.

### 1.2 — 2016-10-31

- Simplified phone number input
- Added change cell number option
- Improved interaction checker
- Minor bug fixes

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