Q. Can I access the USP (United States Pharmacopeia) online?

Yes you can! USP-NF Online can be accessed through Seneca Libraries website.

To access the database you'll first need to set up an account. To do that:

1. Make sure you're logged into Learn@Seneca.
2. Follow this link to create a new USP access point account. 
3. Input the required form fields. We are aware that many of these are not applicable to students, but they are still required:
   • First name
   • Last name
   • Your Seneca email address
   • Your desired password
   • Your company (you can use Seneca Polytechnic)
   • Your job title (Student should be fine)
   • Country: Canada
   • Your role (Other)
4. Once you've submitted your form, you'll be sent an activation email. Follow the instructions to complete your account activation. You may need to close or refresh your browser before you attempt log into USP-NF the first time.

Did you get a 'forbidden' error? You must be logged into Blackboard before you attempt to access the USP database.