epocrates Downloads & Revenueepocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID · App Store & Google Play
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID by Epocrates is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID update history & changes
Last change · 16 events since 22 Feb 2010Full timeline ↓Full timeline · 16 events
- 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID: now updating weeklyiOS4 updates in 30 days, after a quiet two months
- 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID updated to version 26.11.0iOSThanks for using epocrates! Here's what's new:
• General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 🚀epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID: now shown next to Drugs.com Medication Guide, Vera Health: AI for Clinicians, Smart Pill Identifier +5 moreAndroidthe store's “similar apps” for it changed: who it's seen as competing with
- 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID updated to version 26.10.2iOSThanks for using epocrates! Here's what's new:
• General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID updated to version 26.10.1iOSThanks for using epocrates! Here's what's new:
• General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID updated to version 26.10.1AndroidThanks for using epocrates! We've made some updates:
General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - ✏️epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID added hidden keywords: medications, pharmacy, referenceiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID updated to version 26.10.0iOSThanks for using epocrates! Here's what's new:
• General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID updated to version 26.10.0AndroidThanks for using epocrates! We've made some updates:
General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 🆕epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidUnited States
- 🆕epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID first spotted by AppInsideriOS#1 in Top Grossing · Medical · United States
- 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID version 26.9.1iOSThanks for using epocrates! Here's what's new:
• General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID updated to version 26.9.0AndroidThanks for using epocrates! We've made some updates:
General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 📦epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID version 26.9.1AndroidThanks for using epocrates! We've made some updates:
General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements. - 🆕epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID released on the App StoreiOS
- 🆕epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID released on Google PlayAndroid
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Medical Grossingepocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-10. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
A free clinical decision support app for U.S. healthcare providers offering drug references, interaction checkers, and pill identification tools. The app currently ranks #2 in US Medical Grossing, indicating strong monetization performance despite its free base model.
Similar apps: UpToDate, Medscape, Lexicomp
App Store
App details
Google Play
App details
Tech stack
Trackers and permissions of build v25.2.1, from the εxodus privacy report (CC BY-SA).
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 10+ | – |
| Google Play | 5+ | 1M+ Measured |
| Total | 10+ Confidence | 1M+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Where epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend before Apple and Google take their fee.
| Store | Per day | Per month | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | |||
| Google Play | |||
| Total | Confidence | 100% |
Business model: Subscription-led
How epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 2 | Epocrates Plus Monthly subscription | |
| 3 | epocrates+ Annual subscription | |
| 4 | epocrates+ Monthly subscription | |
| 5 | epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 6 | Essentials | |
| 7 | Epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 8 | epocrates+ subscription | |
| 9 | epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 10 | Epocrates Plus Annual subscription |
Hidden keywords
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID shows up in App Store search (US) for 7 words that appear nowhere in its name, subtitle or developer name, so they are almost certainly in its private keyword field, and it ranks in the top 10 for at least one of them.
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #2 Medical Grossing | 1 of 30 countries | – | #2 |
| Google Play | #1 Medical Grossing | 1 of 23 countries | – | #1 |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.4 ★ | 7.2k |
| Google Play | 2.7 ★ | 26k 5.4k written reviews |
| Both stores | 3.1 ★ weighted by ratings | 33k |
What users say about epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID
From the 87 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users overwhelmingly praise the app as an indispensable, accurate, and easy-to-use clinical reference for drug information and interactions. However, a minority of reviewers express strong dissatisfaction with the shift to a subscription model, persistent ads despite payment, and perceived value compared to free alternatives.
Mixed but leaning positive (69% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and ads. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Useful: “Highly recommend Epocrates”
- Ease of use: “Informative and easy to use”
- Features & content: “Great tool for everyday practice”
- Price & subscription: “Worth paying for, regardless”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “After 10 + years now costs $!”
- Ads: “Introduction of ads was fine”
- Features & content: “Have loved the app and recommended it to other physicians, mid levels, med students, etc”
- Useful: “Have loved the app and recommended it to other physicians, mid levels, med students, etc”
About epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID
epocrates is the trusted clinical reference app for U.S. physicians (MDs/DOs), nurse practitioners (NPs), physician associates (PAs), pharmacists, and medical students – helping you confidently prescribe, stay up to date, calculate dosages, and save time.
Top tools for busy clinicians:
• Comprehensive Drug Reference – 6,000+ Rx and OTC monographs for brand and generic drugs, including adult and pediatric dosing, contraindications, black box warnings, and pharmacology.
• Drug Interaction Checker – Quickly identify interactions among up to 30 medications at once to ensure safer prescribing and reduce medication errors.
• Pill Identifier – Instantly identify pills using imprint, shape, color, or image – one of the most trusted pill finder tools for clinicians.
• Lab Reference Values – Access normal lab ranges, interpretations, and clinical guidance to support diagnostic decisions.
• Dosing Calculators – Weight- and age-based calculators for precise prescription guidance at the point of care.
• Symptom Checker & Disease Reference – Evaluate symptoms and conditions efficiently with evidence-based guidelines.
• Herbs & Supplements Database – Search herbal, supplement, and alternative medicine information, including known interactions.
• Offline Access – Use the full app without internet —perfect for rural, remote or on-the-go care.
Whether you’re searching by pill identifier, entering ICD-10 codes, or looking up a prescription, epocrates delivers fast, reliable results. It’s more than a drug reference—it’s your trusted clinical assistant.
Why Clinicians Choose epocrates:
• #1-Rated Clinical App – trusted by U.S. physicians, NPs, and PAs for fast, reliable drug reference and clinical decision support.
• Used Millions of Times Monthly – Tools like the pill identifier, drug interaction checker, and dosing calculators improve workflow efficiency.
• Enhances Patient Safety – Helps reduce medication errors with evidence-based guidance and interaction alerts.
• Continuously Updated – Medical Editors and healthcare experts ensure current, accurate drug and clinical information.
• Saves Hours Each Week – Streamline prescribing, lab lookups, and clinical reference tasks with integrated tools.
• Supports Medication Delivery & Fulfillment – Optimized for use in prescribing, pharmacy, and point-of-care environments.
Download now to support safer, faster prescribing with the leading decision support app trusted by over 2M prescribers.
Subscription & Payment Info:
Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of premium upgrade purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscri
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID App Store
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID is #2 in Medical Grossing in United States and charting in 1 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 11 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
25 Sep 2026 Medical Grossingepocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-10. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
A free clinical decision support app for U.S. healthcare providers offering drug references, interaction checkers, and pill identification tools. The app currently ranks #2 in US Medical Grossing, indicating strong monetization performance despite its free base model.
Similar apps: UpToDate, Medscape, Lexicomp
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID on the App Store
App details
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Business model: Subscription-led
How epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 2 | Epocrates Plus Monthly subscription | |
| 3 | epocrates+ Annual subscription | |
| 4 | epocrates+ Monthly subscription | |
| 5 | epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 6 | Essentials | |
| 7 | Epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 8 | epocrates+ subscription | |
| 9 | epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 10 | Epocrates Plus Annual subscription |
Hidden keywords
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID shows up in App Store search (US) for 7 words that appear nowhere in its name, subtitle or developer name, so they are almost certainly in its private keyword field, and it ranks in the top 10 for at least one of them.
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | MedicalGrossing | #2 |
Apps near epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID on the chart
Medical Grossing, around #2.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID
From the 87 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users overwhelmingly praise the app as an indispensable, accurate, and easy-to-use clinical reference for drug information and interactions. However, a minority of reviewers express strong dissatisfaction with the shift to a subscription model, persistent ads despite payment, and perceived value compared to free alternatives.
Mixed but leaning positive (69% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and ads. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Useful: “Highly recommend Epocrates”
- Ease of use: “Informative and easy to use”
- Features & content: “Great tool for everyday practice”
- Price & subscription: “Worth paying for, regardless”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “After 10 + years now costs $!”
- Ads: “Introduction of ads was fine”
- Features & content: “Have loved the app and recommended it to other physicians, mid levels, med students, etc”
- Useful: “Have loved the app and recommended it to other physicians, mid levels, med students, etc”
About epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID
epocrates is the trusted clinical reference app for U.S. physicians (MDs/DOs), nurse practitioners (NPs), physician associates (PAs), pharmacists, and medical students – helping you confidently prescribe, stay up to date, calculate dosages, and save time.
Top tools for busy clinicians:
• Comprehensive Drug Reference – 6,000+ Rx and OTC monographs for brand and generic drugs, including adult and pediatric dosing, contraindications, black box warnings, and pharmacology.
• Drug Interaction Checker – Quickly identify interactions among up to 30 medications at once to ensure safer prescribing and reduce medication errors.
• Pill Identifier – Instantly identify pills using imprint, shape, color, or image – one of the most trusted pill finder tools for clinicians.
• Lab Reference Values – Access normal lab ranges, interpretations, and clinical guidance to support diagnostic decisions.
• Dosing Calculators – Weight- and age-based calculators for precise prescription guidance at the point of care.
• Symptom Checker & Disease Reference – Evaluate symptoms and conditions efficiently with evidence-based guidelines.
• Herbs & Supplements Database – Search herbal, supplement, and alternative medicine information, including known interactions.
• Offline Access – Use the full app without internet —perfect for rural, remote or on-the-go care.
Whether you’re searching by pill identifier, entering ICD-10 codes, or looking up a prescription, epocrates delivers fast, reliable results. It’s more than a drug reference—it’s your trusted clinical assistant.
Why Clinicians Choose epocrates:
• #1-Rated Clinical App – trusted by U.S. physicians, NPs, and PAs for fast, reliable drug reference and clinical decision support.
• Used Millions of Times Monthly – Tools like the pill identifier, drug interaction checker, and dosing calculators improve workflow efficiency.
• Enhances Patient Safety – Helps reduce medication errors with evidence-based guidance and interaction alerts.
• Continuously Updated – Medical Editors and healthcare experts ensure current, accurate drug and clinical information.
• Saves Hours Each Week – Streamline prescribing, lab lookups, and clinical reference tasks with integrated tools.
• Supports Medication Delivery & Fulfillment – Optimized for use in prescribing, pharmacy, and point-of-care environments.
Download now to support safer, faster prescribing with the leading decision support app trusted by over 2M prescribers.
Subscription & Payment Info:
Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of premium upgrade purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscri
Latest updates
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID Android
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID is #1 in Medical Grossing on Google Play in United States and charting in 1 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 11 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Medical Grossingepocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-09. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
A clinical decision support platform providing drug references, interaction checks, and pill identification for US healthcare professionals. The app currently holds the #1 position in US Medical Grossing charts, indicating strong commercial traction despite a moderate user rating of 2.74.
Similar apps: UpToDate, Medscape, Lexicomp
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID on Google Play
App details
Tech stack
Trackers and permissions of build v25.2.1, from the εxodus privacy report (CC BY-SA).
epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
How this is calculated
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Business model: Subscription-led
How epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 2 | Epocrates Plus Monthly subscription | |
| 3 | epocrates+ Annual subscription | |
| 4 | epocrates+ Monthly subscription | |
| 5 | epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 6 | Essentials | |
| 7 | Epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 8 | epocrates+ subscription | |
| 9 | epocrates Plus subscription | |
| 10 | Epocrates Plus Annual subscription |
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | MedicalGrossing | #1 |
Apps near epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID on the chart
Medical Grossing, around #1.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID
From the 106 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Long-term users praise the app's comprehensive clinical data and daily utility but are increasingly frustrated by intrusive ads and subscription paywalls. Recent reviews highlight severe technical issues, including constant loading delays, forced updates, and connectivity errors that render the app unusable during patient care.
Mixed (43% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and regular updates. The main complaints are about recent updates, and crashes and bugs. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Useful: “I use it daily and recommend it to my students”
- Updates: “Better since the last update”
- Price & subscription: “10/15/26 - paid/subscribed”
- Features & content: “Keeps telling me to update content”
Common complaints
- Updates: “cant redownload cant update”
- Crashes & bugs: “Not working well on Android”
- Price & subscription: “Costs too much for how little you get it”
- Useful: “It was very useful prior to the update but not so much anymore”
About epocrates: Drug Info & Pill ID
Make safer, faster clinical decisions - anywhere you practice.
epocrates is the trusted clinical intelligence platform for US physicians (MDs/DOs), nurse practitioners (NPs), physician associates (PAs), pharmacists, and medical students - helping you confidently prescribe, stay up to date, calculate dosages, and save time.
Top Tools for Busy Clinicians
● Comprehensive Drug Reference - 10,000+ Rx and OTC monographs for brand and generic drugs, including adult and pediatric dosing, contraindications, black box warnings, and pharmacology.
● Drug Interaction Checker—Quickly identify interactions among up to 30 medications at once to ensure safer prescribing and reduce medication errors.
● Pill Identifier – Instantly identify pills using imprint, color, or image - one of the most trusted pill finder tools for clinicians.
● Lab Reference Values – Access normal ranges, interpretations, and clinical guidance to support diagnostic decisions.
● Dosing Calculators – Weight- and age-based calculators for precise prescription guidance at the point of care.
● Symptom Checker and Disease Guide – Evaluate symptoms and conditions efficiently with evidence-based guidelines.
● Herbs & Supplements - Search herbal, supplement, and alternative medicine information, including known interactions.
● Offline Access – Use the full app without internet - perfect for rural, remote, or on-the-go care.
Whether you're searching by pill identifier, entering ICD-10 codes, or looking up a prescription, epocrates delivers fast, reliable results. It's more than a drug reference - it's your trusted clinical assistant.
Why Clinicians Trust epocrates:
● #1-Rated Clinical App - trusted by US physicians, NPs, and PAs for fast, reliable drug reference and clinical decision support.
● Used Millions of Times Monthly - Tools like the pill identifier, drug interaction checker, and dosing calculators improve workflow efficiency.
● Enhances Patient Safety - Helps reduce medication errors with evidence-based guidance and interaction alerts.
● Continuously Updated - Medical Editors and healthcare experts ensure current, accurate drug and clinical information.
● Saves Hours Each Week - Streamline prescribing, lab lookups, and clinical reference tasks with integrated tools.
● Supports Medication Delivery & Fulfillment - Optimized for use in prescribing, pharmacy, and point-of-care environments..
Download now to support safer, faster prescribing with the leading decision support app trusted by over 2M prescribers.
Subscription & Payment Information:
Payment will be charged to your Google Play account upon confirmation of premium upgrade purchase.
Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime via your Play Store account settings.
Learn More:
Terms of Use: https://www.epocrates.c
What's new in 26.10.1
General Bug Fixes & Feature Improvements.
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