Openfda MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Openfda in Claude Code

Remote URL

Claude Code

claude mcp add --transport http pipeworx-io-openfda https://gateway.pipeworx.io/openfda/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pipeworx-io-openfda": {
      "url": "https://gateway.pipeworx.io/openfda/mcp"
    }
  }
}

npm

Claude Code

claude mcp add pipeworx-io-openfda -- npx -y @pipeworx/mcp-openfda

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pipeworx-io-openfda": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pipeworx/mcp-openfda"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the Openfda MCP server do?

FDA drug data via openFDA: adverse-event reports and safety-signal tools (FAERS search, event…

Is the Openfda MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Openfda run locally or remotely?

Local + Remote. Can run locally or be used as a hosted remote server.

How do I add Openfda to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add --transport http pipeworx-io-openfda https://gateway.pipeworx.io/openfda/mcp

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