USMedication Tools
WordPress-based medication tool for checking alternative medicines, brand equivalents, and side effects using official US health data sources
by USMedication · github.com/saivarshithavunoori/usmedication-tools
Install
No release zip yet. The repository archive installs, but the folder name will carry the branch suffix and updates will not flow:
wp plugin install https://github.com/saivarshithavunoori/usmedication-tools/archive/refs/heads/main.zipUSMedication Tools – Medication Lookup, Alternative & Side Effects Checker
This project powers a medication tool used on usmedication.com.
It helps users:
- Find alternative medications
- Check equivalent brands
- Understand possible side effects
- Compare medicines using reliable data sources
Official Website & Live Tools
The following links demonstrate the plugin in real-world usage on a live production website:
- 🌐 Website: https://usmedication.com
- 🔍 Medication Lookup Tool: https://usmedication.com/medication-lookup-tool/
- 🔁 Alternate Medication Brand Finder: https://usmedication.com/alternative-medication-brand-finder/
- ⚠️ Side Effects & Safety Checker: https://usmedication.com/medication-side-effects-checker/
Overview
The tool is designed to assist users with medication-related information by referencing official US health institution data and APIs.
It focuses on clarity, safety, and responsible presentation of healthcare information.
Key Features
- Alternative medication checker
- Medication brand equivalence lookup
- Side effects information
- User-friendly WordPress integration
Usage (Shortcodes)
After installing and activating the plugin, add the following shortcodes to any page or post to display the tools.
Alternate Medication Brand Finder
[usm_tool type="altbrands"]
Medication Lookup Tool
[usm_tool type="lookup"]
Medication Side Effects & Safety Checker
[usm_tool type="sideeffects"]
Each shortcode renders a specific medication tool on the frontend.
Styling & Customization
The plugin focuses on functionality and data accuracy.
Basic styling is provided, while the final appearance can be customized using theme or page-level CSS.
This approach allows site owners to:
- Match the tool design with their website theme
- Customize fonts, colors, and spacing
- Control layout and responsiveness without modifying plugin logic
Styling can be applied via the active theme’s custom CSS or page builder styling options.
Screenshots
Medication Lookup Tool
Before search
After results
Alternate Medication Brand Finder
Before search
After results
Medication Side Effects & Safety Checker
Before search
After results
My Role
- Founder & product owner
- Designed the product logic and user flows
- Identified and integrated official healthcare data sources
- Orchestrated AI-assisted development for implementation
- Deployed and maintain the live WordPress platform
Technology
- WordPress
- Custom plugin architecture
- External healthcare APIs
- AI-assisted development tools
Status
Live and actively used.
Disclaimer
This tool provides healthcare information only and does not replace professional medical advice.