# Uptodate Lexidrug

> UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly Lexicomp), drug monographs, interactions & more

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lexi.android](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.lexi.android)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.lexi.android`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Wolters Kluwer Health UpToDate
- **Category:** MEDICAL
- **Downloads:** 4,428,255
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (4,015 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.4.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-20
- **First published:** 2010-04-07
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 130 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lexi.android)
- **Website:** [http://www.wolterskluwercdi.com](http://www.wolterskluwercdi.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.uptodate.com/home/privacy-policy](https://www.uptodate.com/home/privacy-policy)

## Description

UpToDate Lexidrug (formerly Lexicomp) is a leading drug reference app widely trusted by healthcare professionals including pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and students. It offers comprehensive drug monographs, detailed dosing support, and an interactive drug interaction checker, all updated daily by a multidisciplinary editorial team to ensure accuracy and safety.

The app features hundreds of medical calculators and allows users to store database content for offline use. New users benefit from a 14-day free trial of the Hospital Pharmacist package, providing full access to premium content tailored for diverse medical roles. UpToDate Lexidrug supports effective medication and therapeutic decisions with expert clinical tools accessible anytime via your device.

## Rankings

- #26,475 — Overall
- #131 — Medical (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.lexi.android.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User feedback highlights strong usability and reliable Rx/dose content, with several reviews calling it a must-have daily reference. However, recurring problems undermine reliability: automatic update prompts, login failures after updates, and persistent download/database issues. Cost is a major concern, with reports of expensive renewals. Customer service quality appears mixed. Overall, the app is valued for usability and content, but reliability and cost-related frustrations dominate the user sentiment.

### Pros

- User-friendly, seamless interface for Rx lookup and dosing accuracy.
- Reliable medical content and an essential resource for reference.
- Described by users as a daily companion and must-have app.

### Cons

- Frequent update prompts that force updates even when no new version is available.
- Login/authentication problems, including repeated password issues and inability to log in after updates.
- Download and database issues, such as interactions dictionary not downloading and databases failing to download or re-downloads being required.
- High subscription cost and renewal frustration (e.g., expensive yearly fees).
- Mixed or poor customer service experiences, with some reports of unhelpful support despite others noting responsiveness.

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