ToxBase vs RxTx (2025): Toxicology vs Canadian Standard

Last reviewed: 2025-12-19 · Reviewed by

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At a Glance

Who is it for?

ToxBase:ED Staff

RxTx (CPS):All Clinicians

Why choose ToxBase?

  • **Specialist**: Only covers poisoning.
  • **Live**: Updates immediately with new street drugs/toxins.
  • **Pregnancy**: Has a dedicated 'ToxBase bumps' section.

Why choose RxTx (CPS)?

  • **General**: Covers all aspects of prescribing.
  • **Broad**: Diagnosis, treatment, and drug info.
  • **Tools**: Calculators and pill identifiers.

Feature Comparison

CapabilityToxBaseRxTx (CPS)
FocusPoisoningMedicine
RegionUK (mainly)Canada

In-Depth Analysis

Overview

RxTx is the generalist tool you use every day. ToxBase is the specialist tool you use when a patient presents to the ER with an overdose.

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Use-Cases

Overdose Management

When to choose ToxBase

  • **Winner.** The gold standard.

When to choose RxTx (CPS)

  • Has a section, but less detailed.

Routine Script

When to choose ToxBase

  • N/A

When to choose RxTx (CPS)

  • **Winner.**