NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) MCP Server with 21 Tools for Claude, Cursor, and AI Agents
GDPR Free for SubscribersAccess the NLM RxNorm database to search for drugs, retrieve RxCUIs, and inspect standardized drug properties and identifiers. Vinkius routes your AI agents directly to NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) through a governed connection. 21 tools ready to use with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, or any AI agent — no hosting, no setup, connect in 30 seconds.
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What is the NLM RxNorm MCP Server?
The NLM RxNorm MCP Server routes AI agents like Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor directly to NLM RxNorm via 21 tools. Access the NLM RxNorm database to search for drugs, retrieve RxCUIs, and inspect standardized drug properties and identifiers. Powered by Vinkius — your credentials stay on your side of the connection, every request is auditable. Connect in under 2 minutes.
Built-in capabilities (21)
Tools for your AI Agents to operate NLM RxNorm
Ask your AI agent "Search for the drug 'Lisinopril' and provide its RxCUI." and get the answer without opening a single dashboard. With 21 tools connected to real NLM RxNorm data, your agents reason over live information, cross-reference it with other MCP servers, and deliver insights you would spend hours assembling manually.
Works with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and any MCP-compatible client. Powered by Vinkius — your credentials never touch the AI model, every request is auditable. Connect in under two minutes.
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Find related ndcs on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Find NDCs related by concept, drug, or NDC product
Find rxcui by id on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Search for an identifier and return associated RxCUIs
Find rxcui by string on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Search for a drug by name from any vocabulary in RxNorm
Find similar classes by drug list on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Identify classes with drug members similar to a provided list of RxCUIs
Get all properties on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return detailed properties for an RxNorm concept
Get all related info on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Retrieve all concepts related to a specified RxCUI
Get all rxterm info on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return display names, synonyms, strengths, and routes for an RxCUI
Get approximate match on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Find concepts and atom IDs that approximately match a query string
Get class by rxnorm drug id on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return the classes containing a specific drug
Get class members on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
g., ATC, MeSH, VA Class). Return all drug members of a specified class
Get drugs on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
) related to an ingredient or brand name. Return drug products related to a specified name
Get ndc properties on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return detailed metadata for an NDC
Get ndc status on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return the status and history of an NDC
Get ndcs on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return active NDCs associated with an RxNorm concept
Get related by relationship on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
g., tradename_of). Retrieve concepts directly related by a specific relationship type
Get related by type on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
g., IN, SBD, SCD). Retrieve related concepts of specific term types
Get rx concept properties on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return basic properties for an RxNorm concept
Get rx property on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Retrieve a specific property value for a concept
Get rxcui history status on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return the status, attributes, and history of a concept
Get rxterm display name on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return the RxTerms display name for a concept
Get spelling suggestions on NLM RxNorm (Drug Database)
Return strings similar to a specified string for auto-correction
What the NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) MCP Server unlocks
Connect your AI agent to the National Library of Medicine (NLM) RxNorm database. This server provides comprehensive access to standardized drug nomenclature and relationships, allowing for precise identification and analysis of pharmaceutical products.
What you can do
- Drug Search — Find RxNorm Concept Unique Identifiers (RxCUIs) by name, identifier (NDC, ATC, SNOMEDCT), or approximate matching using
find_rxcui_by_stringandfind_rxcui_by_id. - Property Inspection — Retrieve detailed drug properties, including names, synonyms, and attributes categorized by source via
get_all_properties. - Relationship Mapping — Explore related concepts and term types (TTY) to understand drug hierarchies and ingredients using
get_all_related_info. - Spelling Correction — Get suggestions for misspelled drug names to ensure accurate queries with
get_spelling_suggestions. - NDC & Identifier Lookup — Map external codes to RxNorm standards for interoperability.
How it works
1. Subscribe to this server
2. Enter your NLM UTS API Key
3. Start querying drug data from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Healthcare Developers — Integrate standardized drug data into clinical decision support tools.
- Medical Researchers — Analyze drug relationships and properties using a trusted, standardized vocabulary.
- Data Scientists — Map disparate drug datasets to a common RxNorm standard for analysis.
Frequently asked questions about the NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) MCP Server
How can I find the RxCUI for a specific drug name?
You can use the find_rxcui_by_string tool. Simply provide the drug name, and the agent will return the associated RxNorm Concept Unique Identifiers.
What should I do if I am unsure of the correct spelling of a drug?
Use the get_spelling_suggestions tool. It provides strings similar to your input to help you find the correct standardized drug name.
Can I retrieve all properties, such as synonyms and attributes, for a drug?
Yes, the get_all_properties tool allows you to fetch detailed attributes, codes, and names associated with a specific RxCUI.
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