An Automatic Pill Dispenser Can Be A Lifesaver

An automatic pill dispenser prevents patients from forgetting to take their medicine or double dosing during any given day. The device organizes the different medications and reminds patients what time to take each one. It allows individuals to stay in peak health and eliminates the need for a daily caregiver. Independence comes at a very low cost when this small piece of equipment is used.  

There are different types of automatic pill dispenser products available online or in stores. The automatic functionality is achieved because the item is either electric or battery operated. Each product has the ability to dispense a certain number of times per day and emits an alarm signal when it is time for patients to take their medications. Many of these provide a 28-day use period with a single refill so patients will only need to make refills monthly.  

The e-pill md 2® automatic pill dispenser is a top of the line product that has been featured on CNN Headline News and in The Wall Street Journal. It contains both a monitored dispensing system for pills and a reminder system for non-oral medications. The audio alarm is complimented by a flashing light and text reminder, for those who are hearing impaired. If medications are not taken on time, the system places a call to either the landline or cell phone of a designated party. This extra safety precaution can be priceless in emergency medical situations. 

This device is approximately the size of a large coffee machine and can easily fit on a counter top. It dispenses up to six medication cups daily and provides storage for 60 cups. Each cup can hold up to 50 pills the size of an aspirin tablet. The machine provides an alert when it needs to be refilled and it will phone the designated party if the refill is not made. It can be locked to keep the medications safe and has a built in battery operated power backup that lasts for up to ten hours.  

Another popular and more compact automatic pill dispenser is sold by a company called medready®. This product holds up to 28 days of medications when dispensed once daily and it has a locking feature to prevent tampering. The alarm signal is accompanied by a flashing light that continues until the door is opened. The pivotell® automatic pill dispenser has similar features and will dispense pills up to 28 times per day. This company also manufactures a model that has email and text messaging notification systems.  

Using an automatic pill dispenser enables a patient to take medication as prescribed without having to remember dosing schedules. Brands such as e-pill md 2®, medready®, and pivotell® allow for multiple dosing throughout the day and emit audible and visible signals when medications need to be taken. These products also have the ability to notify a designated person once the patient is off schedule with dosing.