Reliable Sources for Patient Information and Medication Safety
This page provides access to trusted, official medical resources where you can find Patient Information Leaflets (PILs), dosage details, drug warnings, and emergency contacts for your country.
Always rely on official agencies or your healthcare provider when making decisions about medication use.
1. Why These Resources Matter
Medication information can differ by brand, formulation, and country.
Each drug form (tablet, capsule, liquid, injection etc.) may have its own patient leaflet explaining dosage, precautions, and side effects.
Consulting the correct source helps ensure that you receive accurate, safe, and up-to-date information.
2. Official International Drug Databases
| Region | Official Resource | Website |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (UK) | British National Formulary (BNF) – comprehensive guide for healthcare professionals and patients | bnf.nice.org.uk |
| Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC) – patient leaflets (PILs) and SPC documents for licensed medicines in the UK | medicines.org.uk/emc | |
| United States (US) | FDA – Food and Drug Administration official database of approved drugs | fda.gov |
| DailyMed – U.S. National Library of Medicine | dailymed.nlm.nih.gov | |
| ASHP – Drug Information Portal | ashp.org | |
| Canada | Health Canada – Drug Product Database | health-products.canada.ca |
| European Union (EU) | European Medicines Agency (EMA) – central EU database | ema.europa.eu |
| France | ANSM – Agence nationale de sécurité du médicament | ansm.sante.fr |
| Spain | AEMPS – Agencia Española de Medicamentos y Productos Sanitarios | aemps.gob.es |
| Germany | BfArM – Bundesinstitut für Arzneimittel und Medizinprodukte | bfarm.de |
| Italy | AIFA – Agenzia Italiana del Farmaco | aifa.gov.it |
| Belgium | FAMHP – Federal Agency for Medicines and Health Products | famhp.be |
| Switzerland | Swissmedic – Swiss Agency for Therapeutic Products | swissmedic.ch |
| Netherlands | CBG – College ter Beoordeling van Geneesmiddelen | cbg-meb.nl |
| Portugal | INFARMED – Autoridade Nacional do Medicamento | infarmed.pt |
3. Emergency and Mental Health Support Contacts
United Kingdom
- Emergency number: 999
- NHS 111 for urgent medical advice
- Samaritans – 24/7 listening service: 116 123
United States
- Emergency: 911
- Poison Control Center: 1-800-222-1222
- SAMHSA Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for mental health and substance use support
Canada
- Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566
- Québec Suicide Prevention Line: 1 866 APPELLE (1-866-277-3553)
France
- SOS Médecins: 3624
- SOS Suicide: 01 45 39 40 00
Spain
- Emergency: 112
- Teléfono de la Esperanza: 717 003 717
Germany
- Emergency: 112
- Telefonseelsorge: 0800 111 0 111 / 0800 111 0 222
Italy
- Emergency: 112
- Telefono Amico: 199 284 284
Netherlands
- Emergency: 112
- 113 Zelfmoordpreventie: 0800 0113
Portugal
- Emergency: 112
- SOS Voz Amiga: 21 354 45 45 / 91 280 26 69 / 96 352 46 60
Belgium (French)
- Centre de Prévention du Suicide: 0800 32 123
Switzerland (French)
- La Main Tendue: 143 – 143.ch
4. Important Disclaimer
All medical and pharmaceutical information on AZSpills.com is provided for educational purposes only and should never replace advice from a licensed healthcare professional.
Always consult your doctor, pharmacist, or qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
In case of an emergency, contact local emergency services immediately.
5. Recommended Next Steps
- Always read the official Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) for your prescribed medicine.
- Never adjust or stop your medication without consulting your doctor.
- Report side effects or unexpected symptoms to your healthcare provider or national regulatory agency.
- Explore our Medication Index A–Z for detailed information about psychiatric medications, their mechanisms, and potential side effects.
Last updated: January 2025
Author: AZSpills Editorial Team
Reviewed for accuracy: Health Content Review Panel