Medical Coding Terms using MedDRA and WHO Drug

In clinical trial databases, medical coding using MedDRA (Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities) and WHO Drug (World Health Organization Drug Dictionary) involves categorizing and standardizing medical terms and drug names for consistent data analysis and reporting.

MedDRA is a standardized medical terminology that categorizes and codes medical conditions, symptoms, and adverse events. It’s used to classify and report safety-related data.

WHO Drug is a comprehensive dictionary of drug names and active ingredients. It assigns a unique code to each drug, helping to standardize drug identification and reporting. WHO Drug is used to ensure that all investigational and reference drugs are accurately labeled and tracked.

These coding systems are crucial in clinical trial databases for harmonizing data, enhancing safety reporting, and facilitating the analysis of medical and drug-related information. They contribute to consistency and accuracy in regulatory submissions and help in the assessment of the safety and efficacy of investigational drugs.