Pharmacy
PDR medical abbreviation
PDR means "Physicians' Desk Reference".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (4 in all for PDR), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What PDR means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicians' Desk Reference | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy |
Example
Sample reference: "PDR."
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Questions
What does PDR mean in medical terms?
PDR means "Physicians' Desk Reference".
Where is PDR used?
PDR shows up in prescriptions and pharmacy. Its category here is pharmacy.
Is PDR on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. PDR is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.