Questions about pill organizers & dispensers
08/21/2023
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Frequently asked questions about pill organizers and dispensers from Caregivers
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Frequently asked questions about pill organizers and dispensers
What to know before filling your pill organizer or pill dispenser
Only put medications you take on a specific schedule in your organizer.
For thse that have PRN medications (medications you take only when you need them), always keep them separate. For example, medications for headache, minor pain or indegestion. In fact, never put PRN medications in your pill dispenser or organizer
Your Personal Prescription list may not say which day to take the medication. If so, choose which day you want to take it. For example, if it says to take a medication once a week, you can choose to take it on Mondays. Write your choice of on your Home Medication List next to the medication.
Your Home Medication List may not say what time of day to take it. If so, choose the time you want to take it. For example, your Home Medication List may say to take a medication daily, but not what time of day. You can choose to take that medication every day in the morning. Write your choice on your Home Medication List next to the medication.
The instructions on your Home Medication List may be different than the instructions on the bottles. This can happen if your healthcare provider changes your medication dose or schedule more often than you refill your medications.
A pill organizer is a device that reminds people to take the right medication at the right time. Thus helping to avoid medication mix-ups. For example, taking the wrong pills, too many or not enough.
How do you clean a pill organizer?
It depends on the type. Usually, you’ll be able to wipe it out with a damp cloth. You may also be able to hand wash some pill organizers, but be sure to check the manufacturer’s instructions.
Are pill organizers FSA eligible?
The Internal Revenue Service has an extensive list of what’s eligible for a flexible spending account (FSA) and what’s not. Pill organizers and dispensers are not on the list of eligible expenses.
Can you bring pill organizers on a plane?
Yes. According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you can bring medication on board as long as it’s screened. The TSA doesn’t specify whether medication has to be in any specific type of container. However, some states require you to keep medication in the original prescription bottle, so it’s best to check your state’s laws before flying.
How do you use a weekly pillbox?
To use a weekly pillbox, you’ll separate your medication into each compartment according to the day and time you plan to take it.
What is the best way to organize medication?
There’s no one best way to organize medication. The best way is whatever way helps you remember which pills you need to take and when to take them. Many people find pill dispensers to be an effective way to organize medication.
The takeaway
Keeping track of your medication is important so that you don’t miss a dose or take too much. Even if you normally have a great memory, it’s easy for day-to-day events to start to run together, especially if you’re not feeling your best.
Whether you want the bare basics or something a little fancier, there are pill dispensing products to help you keep things on track.
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