Free medication side effect search

Search any medication. See the side effects that actually get reported.

Look up any drug and see side effects ranked by how often they're reported, food and drug interactions, sleep and mood impact, and the most serious warnings — built entirely on real FDA data, with no invented content. Free, no account required.

What you'll see for each medication

Side effects by report frequency

See which reactions are reported most often to the FDA's adverse event system (FAERS) — ranked, with real report counts.

Real-world reported reactions

Based on hundreds of thousands of reports from patients and clinicians — not invented testimonials or marketing copy.

Food & drug interactions

Interaction notes pulled straight from the official FDA drug label, including alcohol, grapefruit and other dietary cautions where listed.

Sleep & mood impact

Reactions like insomnia, drowsiness, anxiety and low mood are surfaced separately so they're easy to spot.

Same-class medications

See other drugs in the same class to discuss with your doctor or pharmacist — never a recommendation to switch.

Boxed warnings & cautions

The most serious safety warnings from the label are highlighted up front, so nothing important gets buried.

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Frequently asked questions

Where does the medication data come from?

Side-effect frequencies come from the U.S. FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), and interactions, warnings and drug-class information come from official FDA drug labels — both via the public openFDA API. We do not write or invent any medical content.

Are these side effects ranked by how likely they are?

Not exactly. They are ranked by how often each reaction has been reported to the FDA. Reporting is voluntary, so these counts show what is reported most — not the true incidence rate. A common report does not mean it will happen to you, and a rare one does not mean it is unimportant.

Does this work for Canadian medications?

Drug pharmacology and side effects are the same worldwide, so the safety information applies broadly. The data itself is from the U.S. FDA, and brand names can differ in Canada — always check your own prescription label and Health Canada resources.

Can you tell me a safer alternative to my medication?

No. We show other medications in the same drug class for context only. Whether any alternative is safer or appropriate for you depends on your full medical picture — only your doctor or pharmacist can advise that. Never stop or switch a medication on your own.

Is this medical advice?

No. This is a free educational tool. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional, and in an emergency call 911.

Important

This tool is for education only and is not medical advice. Side-effect counts come from voluntary FDA reports and do not represent your personal risk. Never start, stop or change a medication based on this page — always talk to your doctor or pharmacist. In an emergency, call 911.