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Available Medication Search Display Options

The display options in the following table are available for medication search:

Display OptionDescription
Display Generic NameOpens the generic name for each listed medication.
Display StrengthsOpens the strength of each listed medication.
Display Brand for Generic MedicationsOpens the brand name during generic name search.
Display Generic for Brand MedicationsOpens the generic name during brand name search.
Medication Name BoldOpens all medication names in bold.
Font SizeOpens small, medium, or large font size for each listed medication.
Highlight Controlled SubstancesOpens all DEA controlled substances in red color.
Display of Drug Name at Child NodeOpens the medication name for each listed medication.
Auto SearchEnables the application to perform the search as you type. The application is set up to give you 800 milliseconds to enter the medication name before the application starts the automatic search. One second is 1000 milliseconds.

NextGen Healthcare recommends you do not change the rate of automatic search until you become familiar with the system. If you leave the Auto Search check box clear, you must perform the search without assistance.

Display Medication CartEnables you to place medications you selected during your search into a cart before you prescribe them to the patient.
When Medication is SelectedEnables you to do one of the following:
  • Add the medication you selected to the cart while the Medication Search window remains open.
  • List the medication you selected in the Medications module, and the application closes the Medication Search window.