Caregivers also use these medicine boxes to aid in dispensing medications to their patients on a schedule specified by a doctor or pharmacist. These containers serve in several different roles. They store, organize, schedule, dispense, control, and provide verification. Below are more details on the functions of med containers.
Storage
Pill cases offer an easy way to store medications before dispensing. Most of these containers provide a compact design that is portable for carrying to the office or traveling. They make it easier for patients to keep pills close-at-hand for when they are needed. They also provide a quick inventory check of what is available for future dosing.
Organizing
Organizers allow for easier management of what is needed and when. These containers enable patients and caregivers to prepare for future doses. Doses assembled into a convenient compartment provides for easy access and faster administration. It gives more structure and order to prevent overdosing or under-dosing.
Scheduling
The simple compartment structure of a pill case lends itself to regulate and time administration intervals. Each compartment or pod designates a corresponding period for administration.
Dispense
Newer devices are set up with electronic timers to give notice or alerts to the patient or caregiver when an administration is due. These alerts are by an audible sound or flashing light or both. These devices signal to the patient when a medication interval arrives and allows access to the prescribed medicine for that particular time. Often referred to as pill reminders, these devices have shown to be useful for patients that often forget to take their medication on time.
Control
This management technique delivers medications on-time to patients when mandated. Pill pods or containers remain locked from access until the right time arrives for their administration. These electronic organizers or e-pill devices work on a timer. The caregiver refills the dispenser and secures the cover. When the prescribed time arises, the compartment for that period unlocks, allowing the patient access to the pill compartment for that period. This device is also set up as a medication reminder with a patient alert system similar to a pill dispenser. These medication control devices have proven very effective in keeping patients medicated on a prescribed schedule.
Verification
Pill planners or pill schedulers allow for periodic auditing and validation that the patient is in compliance. Just by simply opening the lid to check its contents reveals whether the pills are missing. If empty, it is likely that the patient consumed the pills on time. A compartment that is still full likely indicates that the medication still needs ingestion. This system provides a method of monitoring and tracking pill inventory and consumption compliance. It offers surveillance and compliance assessment. This method of confirmation provides for better administration management and adherence to prescription dosages.
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