// MCP TOOL REFERENCE

OPENFDA TOOLS

12 tools from the Openfda MCP Server, categorised by risk level.

// ALL 12 OPENFDA TOOLS

READ 12 tools

Read openfda_count Aggregate and tally unique values for any field across any openFDA endpoint. Returns ranked term-count pair... Read openfda_describe_fields Return the searchable field paths for an openFDA endpoint, grouped by category with type and description. U... Read openfda_drug_profile Resolve one drug name to its FDA identity, then fan out in parallel across the bounded per-drug openFDA end... Read openfda_get_drug_label Look up FDA drug labeling (package inserts / SPL documents). Check indications, warnings, dosage, contraind... Read openfda_lookup_ndc Look up drugs in the NDC (National Drug Code) Directory. Identify drug products by NDC code, find active in... Read openfda_search_adverse_events Search adverse event reports across drugs, food, and devices. Use to investigate safety signals, find repor... Read openfda_search_animal_events Search adverse event reports for veterinary drugs and devices submitted to the FDA Center for Veterinary Me... Read openfda_search_device_clearances Search FDA device premarket notifications — 510(k) clearances and PMA approvals. Read openfda_search_drug_approvals Search the Drugs@FDA database for drug application approvals (NDAs and ANDAs). Returns application details,... Read openfda_search_drug_shortages Search FDA drug shortage records. Returns per-product shortage status, availability, therapeutic category, ... Read openfda_search_recalls Search enforcement reports and recall actions across drugs, food, and devices. Read openfda_search_tobacco_reports Search problem reports submitted to the FDA for tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, vaping products, ...

// FAQ

How many tools does the Openfda MCP server have? +

The Openfda MCP server exposes 12 tools across 1 categories: Read.

How do I enforce policies on Openfda tools? +

Route the Openfda server through the PolicyLayer gateway. Define allow, deny, or approval rules per tool in the dashboard — they are enforced on every call before it reaches the server.

What risk categories do Openfda tools fall into? +

Openfda tools are categorised as Read (12). Each category has a recommended default policy.

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