Smart Medicine Box

Abstract

Our project's primary objective is to develop a Smart Medicine Box tailored for individuals who require regular medication intake, particularly those with lengthy prescriptions or elderly patients prone to forgetfulness. We observed the challenges faced by patients, caregivers and Nurses in managing complex medication schedules, especially for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, respiratory ailments, heart diseases, and cancer. Our solution addresses these issues by incorporating features that ensure timely medication adherence and reminders. When it's time to take medication, the system emits a distinctive notification sound and illuminates the corresponding pill box with a bright light, making it easy for the patient to identify the medication to be taken. All medication compartments are pre-loaded into the system according to the prescribed schedule. One distinguishing feature of our system is its ability to detect whether the patient has retrieved the pills from the box or not, significantly enhancing medication adherence. Ultimately, our innovative system aims to expedite patient recovery and improve health outcomes by facilitating proper medication management.