Medications
682
FDA-approved drugs tracked
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
Medication info that actually makes sense
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Plain English guides to top US drugs: plain-English FDA labels, side effects, interactions, prices, recalls & shortages in one spot.
FDA drug data translated into plain English. Search 682+ medications — side effects, interactions, warnings — all in words you can understand.
682+
Medications
22
Categories
1000
Recalls Tracked
FDA
Data Source
Medication Safety at a Glance
Categories
22
Therapeutic categories
Interactions
3,900+
Known drug-drug pairs
Recalls
1000
FDA recall alerts
Top Drug Categories by Medication Count
Drugs with interaction data 85.0%
85% of tracked medications have known interaction profiles
Drugs with active recalls 5.0%
5% of medications currently under FDA recall or safety alert
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Acid Reflux & Stomach
38Allergies
19Antibiotics
56Blood Pressure
54Blood Thinners
16Cholesterol
22Diabetes
43Eye Care
21Heart
31Hormones
34Infections
41Mental Health
77Muscle Relaxants
10Osteoporosis
9Pain Relief
55Respiratory
36Seizures & Nerve Pain
23Skin
41Sleep
10Thyroid
5Urinary
18Vitamins & Supplements
23Recent Recalls
Class II December 30, 2025
Defective container: Preferred Pharmaceuticals received a letter from the manufacturer Glenmark, that the blister packs are not fully sealed and tablets falling out. Preferred Pharmaceuticals purchased the finished product and repackaged the product for sale.
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA ondansetron →
Class III December 30, 2025
Failed Impurities/Degradation Specifications: Out of specification result was obtained for the known impurity D.
SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC fluocinolone →
Class II December 30, 2025
Subpotent Drug: Due oxidation caused by leakage of the contents of the Icosapent Ethyl 1g capsules. Use of the affected product may lead to inconsistent therapeutic effects and an increase in potential gastrointestinal side effects in some patients.
Zydus Pharmaceuticals (USA) Inc icosapent ethyl →
Medication Guides
Understanding Drug Interactions
Dangerous combinations, common risks, and how to protect yourself.
How Drug Interactions Work
Pharmacokinetic vs pharmacodynamic mechanisms and the CYP450 enzyme system.
Narrow Therapeutic Index Drugs
Why warfarin, digoxin, and lithium demand precise dosing and close monitoring.
Why PlainMeds?
PlainMeds takes official FDA drug label data and translates it into language anyone can understand. No medical jargon, no paywalls — just clear facts about your medications, including side effects, interactions, and safety warnings.
This site is an informational resource, not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before making changes to your medication regimen.
Data sourced from FDA Drug Labels (SPL) and FAERS adverse event reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does PlainMeds get its drug information?
All drug data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) drug database, including approved medications, their labels, active ingredients, and safety information.
Does PlainMeds replace medical advice?
No. PlainMeds is an informational tool that presents FDA data in plain language. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist about medications.
Is PlainMeds free?
Yes, PlainMeds is completely free. You can search drugs, check interactions, and find alternatives without any account or subscription.
What are the drug interaction pages?
Our interaction checker shows known drug-drug interactions from FDA data. We cover over 3,900 interaction pairs, showing severity levels and clinical significance to help patients have informed discussions with their healthcare providers.
PlainMeds provides FDA-sourced drug information for educational reference only and does not constitute medical or pharmaceutical advice. Consult your physician or pharmacist before making any decisions about medications.
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