epocrates
Epocrates, Inc. Medical In-app purchases
Drug content & clinical support
- Rating
- 4.2
- 24.8K ratings
- Downloads
- 1M+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Jun 15
- 2020
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About epocrates
Save time in the prescribing moment.
- Rx and OTC monographs: pharmacology, prescribing and safety information, adult and pediatric dosing, adverse reactions, contraindications, black box warnings, pregnancy and lactation considerations, and more
- Drug interaction checker: prevent harmful interactions between up to 30 brand, generic, OTC, or alternative drugs
- Pill identifier: organized by shape, color, imprint code, etc.
- 600+ dosing calculators, medical equations, and tools
- Formularies: drug coverage for 6,600+ U.S. insurance plans, by state
- Customizable home screen with drag-and-drop simplicity
Additional features in epocrates+, now just $16.99/month!
- Alternative medicine monographs: dosage, interactions, etc.
- Peer-reviewed disease content from the BMJ
- Labs, ICD-10 codes, and more medical content
Since 1998, epocrates has helped more than one million clinicians prescribe with confidence, save time, and stay focused on the patient. Rated the #1 medical app 10 years in a row by Decision Resource Group’s “Taking the Pulse.”
For more information, see our Terms of Service https://www.epocrates.com/termsOfUse.do and Privacy Policy http://www.epocrates.com/privacy.
- Rx and OTC monographs: pharmacology, prescribing and safety information, adult and pediatric dosing, adverse reactions, contraindications, black box warnings, pregnancy and lactation considerations, and more
- Drug interaction checker: prevent harmful interactions between up to 30 brand, generic, OTC, or alternative drugs
- Pill identifier: organized by shape, color, imprint code, etc.
- 600+ dosing calculators, medical equations, and tools
- Formularies: drug coverage for 6,600+ U.S. insurance plans, by state
- Customizable home screen with drag-and-drop simplicity
Additional features in epocrates+, now just $16.99/month!
- Alternative medicine monographs: dosage, interactions, etc.
- Peer-reviewed disease content from the BMJ
- Labs, ICD-10 codes, and more medical content
Since 1998, epocrates has helped more than one million clinicians prescribe with confidence, save time, and stay focused on the patient. Rated the #1 medical app 10 years in a row by Decision Resource Group’s “Taking the Pulse.”
For more information, see our Terms of Service https://www.epocrates.com/termsOfUse.do and Privacy Policy http://www.epocrates.com/privacy.
What’s new
Updated June 15, 2020
Thanks for using epocrates! We've made some updates: Updated the COVID-19 Resource Hub with new Resources and News Tab. New Interaction Check, Mid-June. Improvements to Search Suggestions. General Bug Fixes.
User reviews
Exceptional good reference for quick checking
Excellent...thank you
As an RN I need to quickly reference medications. Epocrates has been my primary source for 15+ years :)
Excellent
Love this app as a professional reference. I very much like the ability to see just how much the drug will cost the patient and include that in the discussion as it's being prescribed. Invaluable tool! Obtw, your optional questions do not have "yes" responses....oops!
Excellent resource.
Frequently asked questions
What information is included in the Rx and OTC monographs?
The Rx and OTC monographs in epocrates include pharmacology, prescribing and safety information, adult and pediatric dosing, adverse reactions, contraindications, black box warnings, pregnancy and lactation considerations, and more.
How does the drug interaction checker in epocrates work?
The drug interaction checker in epocrates helps prevent harmful interactions between up to 30 brand, generic, OTC, or alternative drugs.
How does the pill identifier in epocrates work?
The pill identifier in epocrates organizes pills by shape, color, imprint code, and other characteristics.
What tools are included in the 600+ dosing calculators, medical equations, and tools?
The 600+ dosing calculators, medical equations, and tools in epocrates include a range of tools to assist with dosing calculations and medical equations.
What information is available in the formularies in epocrates?
The formularies in epocrates provide drug coverage information for 6,600+ U.S. insurance plans, organized by state.
What additional features are included in epocrates+?
Epocrates+ includes alternative medicine monographs (dosage, interactions, etc.), peer-reviewed disease content from the BMJ, labs, ICD-10 codes, and more medical content.
How long has epocrates been helping clinicians?
Epocrates has been helping clinicians since 1998.
How many clinicians has epocrates helped?
Epocrates has helped more than one million clinicians.
Why is epocrates rated the #1 medical app?
Epocrates is rated the #1 medical app because it has been voted as such by Decision Resource Group's "Taking the Pulse" for 10 years in a row.
Where can I find the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for epocrates?
The Terms of Service for epocrates can be found at https://www.epocrates.com/termsOfUse.do and the Privacy Policy can be found at http://www.epocrates.com/privacy.
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| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| epocrates | 4.2 / 5 | Free | 1,000,000+ | Jun 15, 2020 |
| 5-Minute Clinical Consult | 4.7 / 5 | Free | 10,000+ | – |
| WebMD: Symptom Checker | 4.3 / 5 | Free | 10,000,000+ | Sep 3, 2026 |
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