> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://api.drugnet.com.gh/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://api.drugnet.com.gh/reference/api-rate-limit.md).

# API Rate Limit

Rate limiting restricts the number of requests clients can make to the API within a specific time window. This helps prevent abuse and ensures a consistent experience for all users.

#### Rate Limiting Parameters

* **Maximum Requests**: 100 requests per minute.
* **Time Window**: Requests are counted over a 1-minute sliding window.

Rate Limit Exceeded

If a client exceeds the rate limit, the API will respond with an HTTP status code 901 `Too Many Requests`, along with the following error message:

```
{
  "error": {
    "success": false
    "code": 901,
    "message": "Rate limit exceeded. Please try again later."
  }
}

```


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