Automatic Pill Dispenser

Authors

  • S. Pavithra Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, India
  • V. Boomika UG Student, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, India
  • S. Jeyasree Bala UG Student, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, India
  • G. Prisha UG Student, Department of Biomedical Engineering, Sri Shakthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10546630

Keywords:

automatic pill dispensing, auditory alarm, dosage level, storage facility

Abstract

An automated pill dispenser is a state-of-the-art device designed to help people, particularly those with complex prescription schedules, administer medications more effectively and quickly. This device automatically distributes tablets at predetermined periods, which promotes medication adherence and reduces medication errors. Typically, the gadget has a programmable interface that allows users or caregivers to set exact dose schedules. To make sure users take the proper pills at the right time, the device is designed to dispense certain prescriptions at predefined times. To reduce the possibility of missed doses, many dispensers have built-in visual indicators, mobile notifications, or even auditory alarms to remind users when it's time to take their prescription. Automatic pill dispensers frequently feature safe storage areas that are only accessible at prearranged dispensing periods in order to guard against unwanted entry and guarantee the security of pharmaceuticals. A further degree of security and a lower chance of over- or undermedication are offered by features found in some sophisticated models that confirm the right dosage has been administered. These devices' interfaces are usually made to be as user-friendly as possible, so programming and operating the dispenser won't be difficult for people with different degrees of technological expertise.

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Published

21-01-2024

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How to Cite

[1]
S. Pavithra, V. Boomika, S. J. Bala, and G. Prisha, “Automatic Pill Dispenser”, IJRESM, vol. 7, no. 1, pp. 43–47, Jan. 2024, doi: 10.5281/zenodo.10546630.