What is external drug ID in SAP IS-HMED - Clinical System?

SAP Term: external drug ID

• Component: IS-HMED

• Component Name: Clinical System

• Description: ID of the drug in an external catalog e.g. First Data Bank catalog, "red list" etc.

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• Key Concepts: 
  External Drug ID is a feature of the IS-HMED Clinical System in SAP. It is a unique identifier for drugs that are used in a hospital setting. This identifier is used to ensure that the correct drug is being used and to track the usage of drugs in the hospital. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The External Drug ID is used to identify drugs in the hospital setting. It is assigned to each drug and can be used to track the usage of drugs in the hospital. The External Drug ID can be found on the drug label or on the drug packaging. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  It is important to ensure that the correct External Drug ID is being used when tracking drug usage in the hospital. This will help to ensure that the correct drug is being used and that it is being tracked accurately. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The External Drug ID can also be used to track drug usage across multiple hospitals. This can help to ensure that drugs are being used correctly and safely across multiple hospitals.