Internet Edition Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to some of our most common questions regarding the internet edition.

How do I search?

Start by typing the first few letters of a drug. A list will pop up that shows the drugs that start with the letters typed so far. If the drug you want is highlighted, press enter, or if you see the drug you want, click on it.

I do not see the drug in the list?

There is no information in the King Guide to Parenteral Admixtures for the drug. The list you see is a list of drugs that are in the King Guide or a list of drugs that there is information on in combination with the first drug. Therefore, if it is not in the list, there is no information available.

How can I determine compatibility of several drugs at once?

Put up to 10 drugs in the 'Search List'. The screen displays every combination of the drugs you selected in tables for each method of mixing (y-site, syringe, admixture). To view the complete monograph including the fluids and dosages used to determine compatibility, click any row in the table. View Demo Slideshow

Where do I find compatibility information for a single injectable drug and a fluid?

Put a single drug in the 'Search List' then view the sections titled 'Stability' and/or 'Uncombined' on the resulting screen. View Slideshow

Where do I find information on fluids?

Fluids With A Single Drug:
Put a single drug in the 'Search List'. Compatibilty and stability data for the drug in 12 fluids is displayed under various sections titled 'Stability', 'Uncombined', 'Lifecare', and etc.View Slideshow

Fluids With Multiple Drugs:
Put up to 10 drugs in the 'Search List'. The resulting screen displays every combination of the drugs you selected in tables for each method of mixing (y-site, syringe, admixture). To view the fluids and dosages used to determine compatibility, click any symbol in the table. View Slideshow

Where do I find compatibility information for Y-Site administration?

Single Drug:
Put a single drug in the 'Search List' then click one of the method of mixing buttons in the center column; 'Y-Site', 'Syringe' or 'Admixture'. The compatibility table results lists every drug there is information on with the first drug along with a grid of 12 fluids with symbols that indicate compatibility forthe drug combination in that fluid. Click on any row in the table to view the complete text of the monograph for the drug combination. View Slideshow
Multiple Drugs:
Put up to 10 drugs in the 'Search List'. The resulting screen displays every combination of the drugs you selected in tables for each method of mixing (y-site, syringe, admixture). To view the fluids and dosages used to determine compatibility, click any row in the table. View Slideshow
Each monograph specifies (if available) the routes, temperatures, dosages, and containers used in the study.

I can't find the logon screen?

The logon screen is accessed from www.kingguide.com by clicking on the Internet Edition Subscriber Logon icon near the top left corner of the screen.

What is the meaning of the infusion fluid column 'UNSP'?

The word Unspecified is currently used as the miscellaneous category of certain infusion fluids in our compatibility tables. Initially, it was a column that we used to show results of published reports on the compatibility of 2 drugs in which the authors did not specific an infusion fluid, hence the word, unspecified. We have continued to use that "shorthand" but have expanded the meaning of the column heading Unspecified to include any other infusion fluid that is not already shown as a column heading. (Space and formatting limitations restricted us to column headings for 11 fluids).

For example, the compatibility of 2 drugs in SWFI or BWFI would be reported with a symbol in the unspecified column. Or, if drug A was diluted in NS and drug B was diluted in SWFI, then we would indicate their compatibility with a symbol in both the NS and SWFI columns.

We strive to include a statement and reference along with the column designation to provide more specific information when available.

How do I find compatibility of electrolytes with IV drugs?

King Guide to Parenteral Admixtures provides monographs for individual drugs in combination with many other drugs, including specific electrolytes, e.g., potassium chloride. These monographs also provide stability information with a variety of infusion fluids, some of which contain electrolytes. Examples include various ringer's solutions, various saline concentrations, and others. In addition, major electrolytes are listed as individual monographs, with data on combining with other drugs. For example, calcium chloride, calcium gluconate, potassium acetate, potassium chloride; potassium phosphate, etc. These monographs provide data on compatibility with a variety of parenteral drugs. However, we do not provide a monograph, Electrolytes. Rather, one must search by the specific name.

I can't logon with my id and password?

If you have never logged on before - make sure you enter everything in lowercase with no spaces; If you have previously logged in it is likely that your id has expired. Call customer service at 888-546-4484 or 707-257-7573 to check the status of your account.

Is an ID and Password required?

No. If you can provide fixed IP addresses for your workstations, you can get right in without entering an ID or Password. You can still use your ID and password from home or other locations if necessary.