U+1F48A • Objects
Pill Emoji
Meaning
A capsule of medicine. Generally depicted at a 45° angle, half red, half yellow. Commonly used for content concerning health, medicine, and related professions as well as various types of drugs.
In certain contexts, this emoji may allude to the idea of “taking the red pill,” a pop culture reference used online to signify an awakening to a different or controversial perspective. It is in this context that this emoji is possibly alluded to in the 2025 hit Netflix show Adolescence. Learn more here.
Samsung’s design previously featured a blue-and-white capsule with two round pills, one orange, the other white. Google and Microsoft’s designs previously featured blue in their capsules.
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Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F48A |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | pill |
| Shortcode | :pill: |
| Category | Objects |
| Subcategory | medical |
| Version | E0.6 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 💊 Pill emoji mean?
A capsule of medicine. Generally depicted at a 45° angle, half red, half yellow. Commonly used for content concerning health, medicine, and related professions as well as various types of drugs. In certain contexts, this emoji may allude to the idea of “taking the red pill,” a pop culture reference used online to signify an awakening to a different or controversial perspective. It is in this context that this emoji is possibly alluded to in the 2025 hit Netflix show Adolescence. Learn more here. Samsung’s design previously featured a blue-and-white capsule with two round pills, one orange, the other white. Google and Microsoft’s designs previously featured blue in their capsules.
How do I copy the 💊 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (💊) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Pill?
The Unicode for the Pill emoji is U+1F48A.
On which platforms can I use the 💊 emoji?
You can use the Pill emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Pill Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 💊"
"I'm so relieved 💊"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 💊"
Comments: "This is literally me 💊"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 💊"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
💊💦 (emphasized relief)
💊😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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