OpenFDA Safety Data

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Search FDA safety data: drug adverse events, recalls, and device events.

Install

Add this to your client's MCP configuration (Claude Desktop: claude_desktop_config.json; Cursor: .cursor/mcp.json; VS Code and others use the same "mcpServers" shape).

Remote (streamable-http)
Claude Code
claude mcp add --transport http openfda-safety-data 'https://aligned-kettledrum--openfda-mcp-server.apify.actor/mcp'
JSON configuration (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code)
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "openfda-safety-data": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://aligned-kettledrum--openfda-mcp-server.apify.actor/mcp"
        }
    }
}

Frequently asked questions

What is OpenFDA Safety Data?

Search FDA safety data: drug adverse events, recalls, and device events.

How do I install OpenFDA Safety Data?

It runs as a remote server. In Claude Code: claude mcp add --transport http openfda-safety-data 'https://aligned-kettledrum--openfda-mcp-server.apify.actor/mcp'. For other clients, paste the JSON configuration from this page into their MCP settings.

Does OpenFDA Safety Data need an API key?

Its registry entry lists no required key or secret. Some features may still need an account with the service it connects to.

Is OpenFDA Safety Data open source?

Its code is public on GitHub, but the repository does not declare a standard license.

Who maintains OpenFDA Safety Data?

It is published by Taru0208. AI.tn lists it but does not maintain or endorse it.

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