Can AI explain my prescription?
Half. It can explain the label and general information in plain English and help you write questions, but your pharmacist is the right person for side effects, interactions and your specific dose.
01Why half-bot
- Plain-English explanations of labels are helpful.
- AI can be wrong about drug details.
- Your pharmacist knows your full medication list.
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Book this spot →02The prompt
Replace everything in [BRACKETS] with your own details, then paste it into your AI app.
You are a health educator. This is not medical advice. The label text (paste it): [LABEL] What's confusing me: [QUESTION] Your task: explain the label. Rules: - MUST explain the instructions on the label in plain English. - MUST tell me which questions to ask my pharmacist. - NEVER suggest changing how I take it. Give me: a plain summary and 5 questions for my pharmacist.
03Steps
- Copy the label text.
- Run the prompt.
- Call or visit your pharmacist with the questions.
04What can go wrong
- Never change a dose based on AI.
- Call poison control or 911 for an overdose.
05What to use
Any major AI chat app.
06Our test runs
2 runs, each with a different made-up sample. 2 of 2 passed every check.
Run 1 · Llama 3.3 70B · graded by GPT-OSS 120BOct 11, 2026Passed
The made-up sample:
[LABEL]Medication: Lisinopril 10 mg tablets Sig: Take one tablet by mouth daily. Indications: Hypertension. Warnings: May cause dizziness; avoid sudden position changes. Do not use if pregnant. Precautions: Monitor blood pressure regularly. Report persistent cough or swelling. Storage: Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Refills: 2 (30 days each). Pharmacy: ABC Pharmacy, 123 Main St. Contact: (555) 123‑4567[QUESTION]I'm not sure whether to take this medication with my morning coffee or wait until after meals, and I'm concerned about the dizziness warning.
- Explain label instructions in plain English
- Provide questions to ask pharmacist
- Never suggest changing how to take it
- Give a plain summary and exactly 5 questions
- Didn't make up details we never gave it
What came back (excerpt):
The label says to take one 10mg Lisinopril tablet by mouth every day. It's used to treat high blood pressure.
Read the full answer
Here's a plain summary of the label and 5 questions to ask your pharmacist: **Summary:** The label says to take one 10mg Lisinopril tablet by mouth every day. It's used to treat high blood pressure. Be careful because it might make you dizzy, so try not to change positions quickly. If you're pregnant, don't take this medication. You should check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if you have a persistent cough or swelling. Store the tablets at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. You have two refills, each lasting 30 days. **Questions to ask your pharmacist:** 1. Can I take this medication with my morning coffee, or is it better to take it with food or at a specific time of day? 2. How can I minimize the risk of dizziness when taking this medication, and what should I do if I experience dizziness? 3. What is a persistent cough, and how will I know if I need to report it to my doctor? 4. How often should I check my blood pressure, and what is a normal range for my blood pressure while taking this medication? 5. Are there any specific foods or activities I should avoid while taking Lisinopril to ensure my safety and the effectiveness of the medication?
Ensure no dosage‑change advice is included.
Run 2 · Llama 3.3 70B · graded by GPT-OSS 120BNov 7, 2026Passed
The made-up sample (a messier one):
[LABEL]Rx: Metformin 500 mg tablets Sig: Take 1 tablet PO BID with meals. Dispense: 60 tablets Refills: 2 Pharmacy: Green Valley Pharmacy Notes: Do not crush. Store at room temperature. Patient: J. Doe DOB: 03/12/1978 Prescribed: Dr. A. Patel 09/15/2024[QUESTION]I'm confused about the BID instruction—does that mean twice a day? Also, should I take the tablet before I eat, after I eat, or doesn't it matter? And can I take it with my morning coffee?
- Explain label instructions in plain English
- Provide exactly five pharmacist questions
- Do not suggest changing how the medication is taken
- Include a plain summary of the label
- Didn't make up details we never gave it
What came back (excerpt):
The label says to take 1 tablet of Metformin 500 mg by mouth (PO) twice a day (BID) with meals. This means you should take one tablet two times a day, and it's recommended to take it with food.
Read the full answer
Here's a plain summary of the label: The label says to take 1 tablet of Metformin 500 mg by mouth (PO) twice a day (BID) with meals. This means you should take one tablet two times a day, and it's recommended to take it with food. You have 60 tablets, and you can refill your prescription two times. The tablets should not be crushed and should be stored at room temperature. As for your questions, here are some suggestions for what to ask your pharmacist: 1. Can you explain what "with meals" means exactly? Should I take the tablet right before eating, during eating, or after I've finished eating? 2. Is it okay to take the tablet with my morning coffee, or should I take it with a specific type of meal or food? 3. What happens if I forget to take one of my doses? Should I take two tablets at the next meal, or wait until the next scheduled dose? 4. Are there any specific foods or drinks that I should avoid taking with Metformin, or any that are recommended to take with it? 5. What are the potential side effects of taking Metformin, and what should I do if I experience any unusual symptoms or reactions? Remember, it's always best to ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for clarification on any instructions or concerns you may have!
Verify that exactly five pharmacist questions are listed.
How each run works: we fill the prompt with a made-up sample, run it once in Llama 3.3 70B, and GPT-OSS 120B grades the answer against the prompt's own rules. Word limits are counted by code, and every quote flagged as made up is checked against the full answer. Your results can differ. How we test.
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