Best Nursing School Medications Apps

Nursing Drug Handbook - NDH

2025/2026 + NCLEX pharmacology

Free

This comprehensive guide provides essential information for nurses on over 3,600 drugs, including US and Canadian brands. It features detailed monographs, safety alerts, and over 300 NCLEX pharmacology questions to aid in safe medication administration and exam preparation.

Mosby’s Nursing Drug Reference

Skidmore / Roth - Best Selling

Free

Access comprehensive drug information for nurses, including over 5,000 trade and generic names, FDA-approved drugs, and Black Box Warnings. Features safety alerts, IV administration details, and nursing process frameworks to ensure accurate and safe medication administration.

Nursing Central

Premier All-In-One Nursing App

Free

This comprehensive nursing app integrates multiple best-selling resources to provide quick access to vital clinical information. It offers detailed data on diseases, drugs, tests, and procedures, along with a medical dictionary and access to the PubMed database. Features include study tools, custom notes, and multimedia content to enhance learning and efficiency for healthcare professionals and students.

Picmonic Nursing School Study

RN NCLEX LPN FNP AIT Exam Prep

Free

Master nursing school and board exams with engaging mnemonic videos and practice questions. This app uses research-proven techniques to boost memory retention, helping you learn more effectively and retain information longer. Prepare for NCLEX, NP exams, and various nursing courses with a comprehensive study tool.

Straight Nursing

Master Nursing: Exam prep

Free

Prepare for nursing school exams and the NCLEX with a vast collection of flashcards. Study key nursing topics conveniently on your mobile device, anytime and anywhere. This app acts as a personal study companion for students.

Saunders Nursing Drug Handbook

Nursing Considerations

Free

This comprehensive drug handbook provides detailed information on over 1,000 generic and 4,000 trade name drugs. It highlights high-alert medications, drug interactions, and special considerations for various patient populations, promoting safe drug administration.

Nurse's Drug Handbook

Rx pharmacology reference

Free

Access comprehensive drug information for healthcare professionals. This app provides accurate, timely facts on hundreds of medications, organized alphabetically with detailed entries covering indications, dosages, interactions, and nursing considerations. Stay updated with the latest edition through an annual subscription.

Davis's Drug Guide - Nurses

DrugGuide.com Exclusive Access

Free

This comprehensive drug reference provides essential information for safe medication administration across all age groups. It includes detailed drug monographs, audio pronunciations, pill images, regular updates, and safety alerts. Access to an exclusive online portal offers additional features like dosing calculators and drug of the week notifications.

Nurse’s Drug Handbook

Easy-to-use nursing drug ref.

Free

This medical reference app provides nurses with comprehensive drug information, including dosages, indications, and adverse reactions. It features an easy-to-navigate alphabetical listing and detailed drug administration guidelines to ensure patient safety and effective care.

Pharmacology Nursing Exam Prep

Practice Nurse Test NCLEX 2024

Free

Prepare for nursing pharmacology exams with realistic practice tests and quizzes. Master drug classifications, dosage calculations, and side effects with over 1,500 expert-written questions and detailed explanations. Tailor your study with topic-specific content and track your progress with a personalized study plan and readiness score.

DoseRight: Nursing Dosage Calc

Med Math Practice & Drug Calc

Free

Master essential medication dosage calculations with this practice app. It offers realistic problems, instant feedback, and tracks your progress to build confidence for exams and clinical settings.

PharmaLingo: Top 300 Drugs

Top 300 Drugs & Pharmacology

Free

Master essential drug information through engaging, gamified learning. This app uses adaptive learning and spaced repetition to help students in nursing, pharmacy, and medical fields memorize drug names, mechanisms, and indications. Compete with friends and track your progress with daily streaks and rewards.

Lecturio Nursing | NCLEX Prep

Pass NCLEX & Nursing School

Free

Prepare for nursing school exams and the NCLEX with comprehensive video courses, practice questions, and recall quizzes. Features include Next Gen NCLEX prep, detailed rationales, and a book scanner for relevant video content. Study efficiently with offline access and adjustable playback speeds.

Osmosis - Med School Study App

Medical education & USMLE prep

Free

This app helps medical students learn complex concepts faster and retain more information. It offers animated videos, flashcards, notes, and board-style questions to prepare for exams and build clinical skills.