Coding drug information with WHODrug

Coding drugs and vaccines with WHODrug enables users to find reports in searches and queries and allows for computer processing of cases (such as calculations of disproportionality).

How to code drug information with WHODrug:

1. In VigiFlow, go to “Report list”. Then click New ICSR and select “Drug” in the menu on the left.

2. When coding to WHODrug in VigiFlow, you can search for both trade names and active substances in the field Drug name. A drop-down list appears with results matching the search. You can also click the icon on the right of the field to access the more detailed WHODrug search, where you can see additional information such as MAH and dose forms.

3. If you are unable to find the correct match for your search or if you have information to add, use the field Drug name as reported by initial reporter.

If you can’t find the correct match in WHODrug, contact UMC to suggest its inclusion in the dictionary.

WHODrug search is explained in detail in this video: