How we review

Every page on Reviews MD follows the same process, and a physician signs off before it publishes.

1

We gather the evidence

Clinical-trial data, FDA labels, and published safety information for every medication.

2

We review clinical use

Approved indications, dosing schedules, contraindications, and monitoring considerations.

3

A clinician reviews it

Every page is checked for clinical accuracy before it publishes.

4

We score and rank

Efficacy, tolerability, evidence quality, and treatment practicality combine into the MD Score.

What the MD Score weighs

Efficacy45%

Outcomes reported in trials of the branded medication and indication.

Tolerability25%

Labeled side effects, discontinuation rates, and day-to-day treatment burden.

Evidence20%

Depth, quality, and duration of the clinical research behind the approved product.

Treatment practicality10%

Dosing frequency, administration requirements, and monitoring needs.

Independence

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