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NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) MCP Server

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Name: NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) MCP Server
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Author: Vinkius

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Find Related NdcsFind Rxcui By IdFind Rxcui By StringFind Similar Classes By Drug ListGet All PropertiesGet All Related InfoGet All Rxterm InfoGet Approximate MatchGet Class By Rxnorm Drug IdGet Class MembersGet DrugsGet Ndc PropertiesGet Ndc StatusGet NdcsGet Related By RelationshipGet Related By TypeGet Rx Concept PropertiesGet Rx PropertyGet Rxcui History StatusGet Rxterm Display NameGet Spelling Suggestions

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What is the NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) MCP Server?

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_string and find_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

Subscribe to this server
Enter your NLM UTS API Key
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.

Built-in capabilities (21)

find_related_ndcs

Find NDCs related by concept, drug, or NDC product

find_rxcui_by_id

Search for an identifier and return associated RxCUIs

find_rxcui_by_string

Search for a drug by name from any vocabulary in RxNorm

find_similar_classes_by_drug_list

Identify classes with drug members similar to a provided list of RxCUIs

get_all_properties

Return detailed properties for an RxNorm concept

get_all_related_info

Retrieve all concepts related to a specified RxCUI

get_all_rxterm_info

Return display names, synonyms, strengths, and routes for an RxCUI

get_approximate_match

Find concepts and atom IDs that approximately match a query string

get_class_by_rxnorm_drug_id

Return the classes containing a specific drug

get_class_members

g., ATC, MeSH, VA Class). Return all drug members of a specified class

get_drugs

) related to an ingredient or brand name. Return drug products related to a specified name

get_ndc_properties

Return detailed metadata for an NDC

get_ndc_status

Return the status and history of an NDC

get_ndcs

Return active NDCs associated with an RxNorm concept

get_related_by_relationship

g., tradename_of). Retrieve concepts directly related by a specific relationship type

get_related_by_type

g., IN, SBD, SCD). Retrieve related concepts of specific term types

get_rx_concept_properties

Return basic properties for an RxNorm concept

get_rx_property

Retrieve a specific property value for a concept

get_rxcui_history_status

Return the status, attributes, and history of a concept

get_rxterm_display_name

Return the RxTerms display name for a concept

get_spelling_suggestions

Return strings similar to a specified string for auto-correction

Why Cursor?

Cursor's Agent mode turns NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 21 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

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Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
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Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
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MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
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VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

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The NLM RxNorm (Drug Database) MCP Server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS — a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts. All 21 tools execute in hardened sandboxes optimized for native MCP execution.

Your AI agents in Cursor only access the data you authorize, with DLP that blocks sensitive information from ever reaching the model, kill switch for instant shutdown, and up to 60% token savings. Enterprise-grade infrastructure, zero maintenance.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.