PillCheckr
iOS Universel / Medecine
PillCheckr helps you identify prescription and over-the-counter medications by their physical characteristics. Simply take a photo of a pill, and our app will search through a database of over 30,000 medications to help you find matching results.
IMPORTANT MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
PillCheckr is an INFORMATIONAL TOOL ONLY and is NOT a medical device. This app:
• Does NOT provide medical diagnoses
• Does NOT replace professional medical advice
• Is NOT FDA-approved or cleared as a medical device
• Should NOT be used to make medical decisions
ALWAYS consult with a licensed healthcare provider, pharmacist, or other qualified medical professional before taking any medication or making any health-related decisions. Never rely solely on this app for medication identification.
If you have questions about a medication, contact your doctor, pharmacist, or call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222 in the US).
KEY FEATURES:
• Photo-based pill identification using advanced image recognition
• Database of 30,000+ prescription and OTC medications
• Search by pill color, shape, and imprint code
• View detailed drug information including NDC codes
• Save identification history for future reference
• Offline access to previously identified medications
• Secure account with optional subscription features
HOW IT WORKS:
1. Take a clear photo of the pill you want to identify
2. Our AI analyzes the pill's shape, color, and imprint markings
3. View matching results from our comprehensive database
4. Get detailed information about potential matches
5. ALWAYS verify results with a healthcare professional
DATA SOURCES:
PillCheckr uses data from the following authoritative sources:
• FDA National Drug Code (NDC) Directory - Official FDA database of approved drug products, updated daily by the FDA
• RxNorm (National Library of Medicine/NIH) - Standardized drug nomenclature system, updated monthly by the National Institutes of Health
• OpenFDA Drug Database - FDA's open access to drug data, continuously updated
• Cerner Multum Drug Database - Licensed pharmaceutical database, updated monthly
DATABASE UPDATE FREQUENCY:
Our pill database is updated monthly to ensure accuracy and include newly approved medications. Updates are synchronized automatically when you use the app with an internet connection.
This app is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. The accuracy of identification results cannot be guaranteed. Medication appearance may vary by manufacturer. Always verify medication identity with a qualified healthcare professional before use.
By using PillCheckr, you acknowledge that this is an informational tool and agree to consult healthcare professionals for medical advice.