Free Tool
Nigeria Drug Interaction Checker
Check if two medications are safe to take together. Works with Nigerian brand names — search by generic name (e.g. Amoxicillin) or brand name (e.g. Ampiclox, Coartem, Panadol). Covers 1,000+ NAFDAC-approved drugs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check drug interactions in Nigeria?⌄
Type the name of any two drugs — generic name or Nigerian brand name (e.g. Panadol, Coartem, Flagyl) — into the checker above and tap Check Interaction. The tool checks NIH and FDA databases and flags major, moderate, or minor interactions instantly.
Which drugs can I check for interactions?⌄
You can check over 1,000 NAFDAC-approved drugs including antibiotics, antimalarials, ARVs, blood pressure medications, diabetes drugs, painkillers, and more. You can search by generic name or Nigerian brand name.
What does a Major interaction mean?⌄
A Major interaction means the two drugs should NOT be taken together without a doctor's guidance. It could cause serious harm such as bleeding, organ damage, or life-threatening side effects. A Moderate interaction means caution and monitoring is needed. A Minor interaction is usually manageable.
Can I check more than two drugs at once?⌄
Yes. You can add up to 5 drugs and the checker will automatically check every possible pair for interactions.
Is this drug interaction checker for Nigerian drugs?⌄
Yes. Mr. Dokita is built specifically for Nigeria and covers Nigerian brand names and NAFDAC-registered drugs. It uses NIH RxNav and FDA data to check interactions, combined with local drug class rules for common Nigerian drug combinations.