NABP
Medical abbreviation · Pharmacy
| Stands for | National Association of Boards of Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
NABP stands for National Association of Boards of Pharmacy, a pharmacy abbreviation.
Organization representing the state boards of pharmacy in the US and some other jurisdictions. It develops and administers the NAPLEX and MPJE licensing exams and runs accreditation programs for wholesalers and online pharmacies.
Example: Check whether the online pharmacy is on the NABP safe sites list before ordering.
Usage notes
Founded in 1904, NABP manages the .pharmacy internet domain, available only to legitimate online pharmacies, and helps boards share licensure data. Its reviews have found that the vast majority of websites selling prescription drugs operate illegally.
Related abbreviations
More pharmacy abbreviations
- MDV – Multiple-dose vial
- med rec – Medication reconciliation
- MPJE – Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination
- MR – Modified release
- MTM – Medication therapy management
- MUE – Medication use evaluation
- NADAC – National Average Drug Acquisition Cost
- NAPLEX – North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination
- NCPDP – National Council for Prescription Drug Programs
- NDA – New Drug Application
- NDC – National Drug Code
- NF – Non-formulary
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.