Mosby’s 2026 Nursing Drug Reference (Mosby’s Nursing Drug Reference) 39th Edition

By: Linda Skidmore-Roth

**Selected for 2025 Doody’s Core Titles® with “Essential Purchase” designation in Pharmacology**

Trusted by nurses worldwide for over 35 years, Mosby’s Nursing Drug Reference continues to be the gold standard in nursing pharmacology. The 39th Edition (2026) provides the most current, reliable, and comprehensive drug information available—covering more than 5,000 medications, including 24 new FDA-approved drugs.

This edition emphasizes patient safety with clear alerts for high-risk medications, Black Box Warnings for serious adverse reactions, and detailed descriptions of both common and life-threatening side effects. Organized for quick access, it is designed to support nurses in all clinical settings—whether in hospitals, clinics, or home care.

Compiled by Linda Skidmore-Roth, RN, MSN, NP, this reference remains an indispensable tool for safe, effective, and evidence-based drug administration.