Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Day 8- The 12 days of e-Pill Giving

e-Pill 12 days of Giving
Day 12: 4 Alarm Pocket Pill Box

The 4 Alarm Pocket Pill Box is a great gift this holiday season! This little timer can beep or vibrate up to 4x a day. It also has 4 compartments on the back which will hold you medications for those alarm times.

This device has a strong vibration and loud beep. With the switch of a button you can change from beeping to vibrate, or have both at the same time. Great for someone out and about and doesn't want attention drawn to them during an alarm. Fits easily in pocket or purse!

Gift Giving Question: How many alarms per day can set on this e-pill?

Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Day 7- The 12 Days of e-Pill Giving

Day 7
The e-Pill Multi-Alarm Plus

If you are in need of a pill holder with multiple alarms throughout the day, than the multi-alarm plus would work wonderfully. This device can have up to 37 alarms!

Don’t miss a pill again. This is a super easy timer to operate, and the alarms will go off at the same times everyday. Set your medication reminders on the hour and half hour by simply pressing up or down the yellow buttons. If you miss a pill, a “missed pill” indicator will appear on the screen.

This is a great reminder for home or for travel! Helps you organize all your daily pills, and reminds you with when to take them with a loud alarm that can alert you up to 37 times per day. Small enough for a bag or purse.

Gift Giving Question: How Many Alarms Can you Set with this timer?

Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.

Monday, December 17, 2012

Day 6: The 12 Days of e-Pill Giving

DAY 6 of e-Pill Giving
The e-pill Puff Minder-Med Ready

 
The Puff-Minder Doser from e-pill Medication Reminders is a reliable, easy-to-use and cost-effective device designed to accurately monitor MDI usage. This is a lightweight  DOSER that attaches easily to the top of the inhaler and is automatically activated to record each inhalation taken.

The DOSER displays the number of inhalations remaining in the canister, and the number of inhalations taken each day. The DOSER also stores daily usage information for 30 days in its "history" memory. The DOSER does all of this without altering standard user techniques, and helps avoid the danger of a suddenly empty inhaler.

If you are a parent or individual who uses an inhaler and worries about running low, then this is the item for you!

Gift Giving Question: How many days of history does this doser store?

Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.

Friday, December 14, 2012

Day 5: The 12 Days of e-Pill Giving

DAY 5 of e-Pill Giving
The e-pill Green Pillbox

Looking for an easy to use pillbox? Win an e-pill 7 dose per day pillbox on day 5 of our e-Pill Holiday Giveaway.

This pillbox is great for travel or at home. This can be great for you, or as a stocking stuffer. Each of the seven (7) Braille covered compartments can hold up to 12 aspirin sized tablets. This bright green pillbox is also labeled S,M,T,W,T,F,S on each compartment.

Gift Giving Question: What color is this pillbox?

Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Day 4: The 12 Days of e-Pill Giving

DAY 4 of e-Pill Giving
The e-pill 5 Dose per Day

The e-pill Five (5) Daily Dose Weekly Pill Box Organizer is growing more and more popular. Great for a person taking medications up to 5 times a day, and can conveniently fit into your purchase or pocket. This Complete 7 x 5 System (SKU 941323) includes Seven (7) pill boxes each with Five (5) doses / medication compartments per day in a discreet canvas clutch bag.

Organize all your daily medications once a week: Great pill organizer system for home, office or travel. Helps pill identification (pill ID) and medication adherence. Popular with Parkinson's patients. Never forget to take your medications again! Feel better. Avoid Medication Errors. 

Win the e-pill giving Gift of the day and answer our question below!

Gift Giving Question: How Many Pill Boxes are included in the 5 Dose Per Day Pill box Organizer?

Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Day 3: The 12 Days of e-Pill Giving

DAY 3 of e-Pill Giving
The e-pill Diabetic Purse

For this third day of Holiday e-pill Giving, we are giving away a stylish and chic Black Diabetic Purse.
This purse offers durability & Style and is great for anyone with Diabetes.

This classic diabetic handbag is great to bring to the office, school, weekends or if you are going out of town! It will hold all of your important diabetes supplies, so your prepared for day.

The diabetic purse includes a main compartment, to hold your main day to day items. There are also two outer pockets one in the front, and one in the back, along with a removable clutch like purse which holds all of your diabetic supplies.

If you could use something like this, or know someone with Diabetes that would benefit from this then answer the question of the day and be entered to win one!
Gift Giving Question: What color is this Diabetic Purse?


Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Day 2: The 12 Days of e-Pill Giving

Day 2 of e-Pill Giving
The e-pill 7 Day Tower with 4 Alarm Vibrating Timer


If you are looking for an easy way to organize your weekly pills, then take a look at the e-pill high capacity 7 Day Pill Dispenser system with 4 Alarm Timer.

The 7 Day dispenser makes it easy to organize and remember to take all of your medications. It contains seven sturdy easy-to-open pill cases labeled Sunday through Saturday, with four compartments in each to hold your medications for morning, noon, dinnertime and bedtime. After completing your daily doses, just remove the case and slide it into the top of the tray and you will be set for the next day.

The 4 Alarm timer is a great device to help you to remember when to take your medications. You can either have this alarm vibrate or beep, or both! Stay discreet when out of the house by holding in your pocket with a vibrating alarm, and with a slide of a button change to a sounding alarm.


Gift Giving Question: How Many Compartments are in each pill case?


Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.


Monday, December 10, 2012

Day 1: The 12 Days of e-Pill Giving

DAY 1 of e-Pill Giving
The e-pill Multi-Alarm Time Cap

Tis the season to give the perfect gift. Whether that gift be for a loved one, or for yourself! With the holiday season it can be overwhelming to keep track of all that needs to be done. Whether you are planning a party, attending parties, cooking, cleaning, or entertaining the in-laws keeping track of the little things can be hard.

One of the things that may slip your mind is whether or not you took your medications? What time do you take them? Did you even take them at all? Well,  the e-pill Multi-Alarm Time Cap will ease your worries and take at least one thing off your plate this season.

The Multi-Alarm Time Cap will let you know when you last closed the pill bottle, which will help with the " Did I take that pill yet?" problem, and you can also set up to 24 daily alarms. You can set as many alarms as you wish (up to 24 daily alarms / only on the hour) - or NO Alarms at all. True alarm settings (NOT an Interval Timer) on the hour up to 24 alarm times per day.

The Automatic LAST OPENED Indicator is a visual indicator that will automatically set each time the e-pill TimeCap cap is removed. LAST OPENED shows the patient when the cap was opened the last time. No special set-up required; This function works even if no alarms have been set.

The MISSED PILL Indicator is when the alarm time has been reached. The alarm will sound for 20 seconds and the display will begin to flash. The flashing will continue until the cap is opened. FLASHING Display = Signal that medications are due.

Gift Giving Question: How Many Alarms Can Be Set With The e-pill Multi-Alarm Time Cap?




Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.



Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Celebrate the Holiday Season With e-Pill and the 12 Days of Gift Giving

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Come join in on the holiday cheer with e-pill Medication reminders. We are getting into the holiday spirit by giving away 1 gift per day for the next 12 days. Make sure to read our blog posts over the next 12 days to be entered into that day’s prize giveaway. Contest will start December 10th 2012, and end on December 22nd 2012.

It is simple, just read that day’s post, and answer the Blog Of The Day Question. The answer to the daily questions will be given away in the posting. After posting the answer in the comment section,we will announce the winner the following business day. Just look for our announcement on the comment section to find out if you are the winner.

Come back every day for the 12 Days of e-Pill Giving to win a chance at a daily prize.

Online entry to the sweepstakes is limited to one (1) entry per person per day.  Winners will be selected at random from all completed and eligible entries for that day. Limited to one prize per person. Entries must be submitted through the comment section of the designated blog.  To be eligible for the giveaway of the day, entries must be received between 9:00 AM (EST) and 4:00 PM (EST) on the day of the giveaway for which the entry was intended.

Entry information becomes property of e-pill Medication Reminders. Once the prizewinner(s) is notified, the name of the prizewinner(s) will be posted on the e-pill Medication Reminder’s Facebook and Twitter account.

Prize winners will be randomly selected each day from all eligible entries. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Prizes must be claimed within 30 days of the ending of the Sweepstakes period. Contest period will begin on December 10, 2012 to December 22, 2012.

Friday, August 17, 2012

Back To School Time: Remember Your Medications

It is almost that time of year again. The time of backpacks, text books, and school lunches. Whether you are helping your child pick out new clothes for middle school, or packing up the car for their first year of college, it can be tough getting them prepared for a new school year especially when you need them to stay compliant with their medications.

Helping your child remember to take their medications is hard not only for the parent, but it can be an embarrassing time for the child. The last thing they want is their mom or dad constantly nagging them to take their medications. Another problem for the child is they do not want to be embarrassed or obvious about having to take medications, no matter what the medical issue may be.

A medication reminder from e-pill can be a great solution for a child and parent during the school year. The CADEX 12 Alarm medication reminder watch would be a great gift for a student. This watch will help your child remember when and what to take at the right times. Text messaging can be input into this device (up to 36 characters) and because this watch looks just like a normal sports watch, nobody will know that it is a medication reminder.

Another great feature of the CADEX watch is the Medical ID Databank. This allows one to input all of their vital medical information and can act as a medical ID band. This is great for students leaving for college because they can be discreet about their condition while keeping all of their vital information on hand in case of an emergency.

The e-pill MedTime XL Automatic Pill Dispenser is another option for your child going off to college. This will keep them organized and keep them on the correct medication schedule, even when they are far from home.

So let’s make this school year a little less stressful, and keep kids feeling confident, and more independent.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

Summer Travel With Diabetes: Having Fun While Staying Healthy

The Summer is nearly over, (whoa that went fast!) But, it isn’t too late to plan a trip before the cool air starts coming in. Packing and planning a summer getaway can be a stressful for anyone, but when you have Diabetes it can be a little more trying. Here are a few tips that can help you to stop worrying about keeping your Diabetes in check, and keep you having fun.

-         Pack more medication than you need. ( Always better to have too much than too little)
-         Keep your medical information on hand ( The CADEX 12 alarm watch is great to take with you on trips and will hold all your emergency medical information)
-         Pack snacks to take on your trip in case your blood glucose drops or delays in flights.
-         Keep time zone changes in mind so you'll know when to take medication.
-         Find out where to get medical care if needed when away from home.
-         Keep meters, test strips and insulin out of direct sunlight.
-         Stay Hydrated.

These are just a few tips, but remember to listen to your body and stay healthy!

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

You Asked For It..You Got It! A 5 Dose Pillbox Organizer!

You can stop looking! We finally have the 5 Dose per Day Pill Box Weekly Organizer (SKU 941323)! After many calls and numerous requests, we have come out with a 5 compartment pill box organizer that everyone can enjoy.

This e-pill comes in a stylish clutch like black canvas bag, and contains 7 pillboxes, with 5 compartments per pillbox. Each compartment is labeled 1,2,3,4,5 and can hold up to 14 aspirin sized pills per compartment. This is a great way to stay organized, and is great if you are on the go.

The e-pill Five Daily Dose Weekly Pillbox Organizer will work great for Parkinson’s patients, or any one who is taking medications multiple times a day. Stop looking and order one now!

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Helping A Loved One Accept A Medication Reminder

Being given a medication reminder can be difficult for some people to accept. No matter what age you are, what health condition you may be suffering from, the thought of placing something in your home to help you remember to take your medications can be tough for someone to swallow (no pun intended) .

This can be a tough situation for family member and friends. You want to care for your loved ones and make sure they are staying healthy and taking their medications at the correct time every day, but you don’t want them to feel belittled or disrespected. That person doesn’t want to feel like they need something to intrude on their life, they don’t want to feel they are too absent minded to remember to take their medications themselves. Of course, no one is at fault. Life happens, life gets busy and life gets complicated and having a medication reminder to help them get through the day is the best thing for them.

When you are faced with the difficult task of telling your loved one that they need something like an e-pill medication reminder to help them to remember to take the correct meds at the correct time, remember to be understanding and look at it from their perspective. Making sure that they understand it is in their best interest. This will help them live a happier healthier life.

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

ID Bracelet/Band : It’s Not as Bad As You Think!

FREE id-band with any size order from http://www.cadexwatch.com/!

As if dealing with a disease or health condition isn’t hard enough, now you have to display something for the whole world to see? The doctors tell you to wear a medical ID bracelet so in case of an emergency someone will know what medications you are on, what health conditions you may suffer from, allergies, and medical history, so that all the correct precautions are taken.

This of course makes perfect sense, but still after all the possible scenarios that could go wrong people still don’t comply with their doctor’s request. It is hard to wear something that will reveal to people you have a health condition, but not every ID bracelet has to be so revealing and obvious.

The e-pill CADEX watch is maybe the perfect solution for you. It looks like a regular sports watch, no big signs or words, just a regular looking watch..but it is actually much more. This watch has a regular watch face, but has an alert button which can be pressed to reveal one’s name, number, emergency contact, medical conditions, allergies, up to 12 medication reminder alarms, blood type, and more. This is a great watch because you are keeping your medical information all in one place, it is easily concealed as regular watch, and you can have up to 12 reminder alarms to take your medications daily.

Don’t miss out on an exclusive offer to receive a free medical ID On Me bracelet when ordering something from http://www.cadexwatch.com/ This promo will be going on between May 23rd 2012 to June 1st 2012. You must make your order by phone and mention the free medical ID On Me bracelet when calling. Please select color “Blue” or “Pink”. 

Available to first 25 customers only. One free item per person. Call today! #1-800-549-0095

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Are Automatic Pill Dispensers Worth The Cost?

Whenever one is making a large purchase there is always a moment of, ” Is this worth the cost?”, “Do I really need to spend this much money?” ” Is this going to work?”. These are all normal thoughts to have, and when buying something to help a loved one you want to make sure you are doing the right thing more than ever.

When it comes to Automatic Pill Dispensers a lot of people are taken aback by the prices. The cost of purchasing an automatic pill dispenser can range from $300 to $1,000. Depending on what you are looking for the costs will vary.

Of course this is a large amount of money to spend to ensure your loved one is taken care of, but did you know that to have a nurse or caregiver give medications at specific times through the day can cost up to $900 a month? Another option would be to rent a machine instead of buying one, but that can cost up to $100 a month, which is $1,200 a year!
According to a recent study done by the NHS West Midlands the Two biggest areas of cost savings (achieved by using an automatic pill dispenser) were:
  • Reduction in hospital admissions as a result of accidental over- and underdosing.
  • Fewer home visits (needed) to remind people to take their medication.
The data collected in this study showed significant savings have been achieved. In total the participants generated savings of £431k, an average of £1,700 per person over a six month period (annual cost savings of $5,400 per each automated pill dispenser).

So when it is time to make that purchase, don’t fret! You are doing right by your loved one, and saving money in the long run.

To learn about automatic pill dispensers please visit http://www.epill.com/, and to read more about the NHS West Midlands study on automated pill dispensers click HERE.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

The Gift Of An e-pill On Mother's Day

It is almost here, the day to show your Mother how much she means to you, and what better way to do it than with an e-pill medication reminder? Sure, flowers are great, but isn’t the gift of health even better? By giving her an e-pill device you are helping her to never forget to take her medication which will keep her feeling good.


 Let Mom know how much you care by helping her stay compliant with her medications.
..And I would get some flowers too.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Travelling: Healthy Tips For Hittin The Road

Planning on leaving town? Going somewhere exotic, or just leaving the state? Wherever you are headed this season it is important to stay prepared. That doesn’t mean just remembering all of your daily medications, but some extra things as well.  Below is a list of some items you should bring with you when going on vacation:
 
-         Insect repellant
-         Sun screen
-         Aspirin or Acetaminophen
-         Calamine Lotion
-         Vaseline or some sort of moisture cream
-         Antiseptic
-         Cotton Balls
-         Benadryl
-         Epinephrine Shot (if allergic to stings)
-         Antibiotics (If you are going somewhere remote)

If you are leaving the country be careful about the water and food you consume. Packing some type of medical kit is the best thing to do. It will keep you prepared as well as save you time and money.

Safe travels, have fun, and stay healthy from e-pill!

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Pill Dispenser: Buying On A Budget?

Are you looking for something to dispense your pills, but aren't looking to spend tons of money? The Med-O-Wheel could be the solution. This device is small enough to take with you on the go, but large enough to fit up to 17 aspirin sized tablets in each of it's 14 compartments.

Med-O-Wheel
Convenient with Travelling!

This device is easy to use, and you can easily access your medications just by rotating the Med-O-Wheel to the desired day. The Med-O-Wheel is perfect for travel and small enough to fit into a bag or purse. The secure lid keeps the medication in place and is a great way to stay organized.

If you are looking for something to remind you when to take a dose from the Med-O-Wheel than try an e-pill timer or e-pill alarm watch. This is a smart way to keep your pills organized when buying on a budget.

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Diabetes On The Rise

According to a new report out by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Diabetes in America could double or triple in cases over the next 40 years. It is reported that by 2050 one in three adults will have the disease, and primarily type 2 diabetes.

More and more people are contracting diabetes due to the way they are treating their bodies. Obesity has become a huge problem (no pun intended) in America.

There is also the fact that people are living longer with diabetes by staying compliant with their medications and having more control over their blood sugar levels. Doctors can also diagnose diabetes earlier on. The increasing number of overweight Americans has become a contributing factor to the rise of type 2 diabetes.

With side effects such as kidney failure, amputations, strokes, heart attacks, etc.. It is important to do everything you can to avoid getting this disease. Prevention is of course the best option, but if you already have diabetes the best thing to do is take your medication on time, and work on eating healthy and staying fit.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

CVS CareMark: Medication Adherence Study

A recent study conducted by CVS, together with Harvard Medical and Brigham & Women’s Hospital highlights medication adherence for four common diseases: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and depression in 50 states.

In this study they layout the factors that undermine medication non-adherence among patients and will help identify solutions to health care professionals for medication non-adherence.

Non-adherence to every day medications has been seen as a major public health problem. Non-adherence can lead to worsening health which can increase overall health care costs. Through this research study it is hoped that what is learned will help with health care, and will also help health care professionals understand patient behavior and patient non-compliance.

For more information please vist: http://www.cvscaremarkfyi.com/category/improving-your-health/rx-adherence

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Helpful Ways To Manage Your Parent's Medications

They took care of you your whole life, and now it is time that you take care of them.

As parents age, we as their children are faced with more responsibilities and tasks to make sure they stay as healthy as possible.

One of the tasks we may face is the organization and adherence of their medications. Whether you live close to your parents or far away, these tips can help keep your parents happy and healthy.

An Automatic Pill Dispenser May Be The Answer For your Parents.

 
 1. Make a list of all your parent’s medications and write a small description of what the prescription is used for. You can also request a "Brown Bag" Checkup with the local pharmacist . A Brown Bag checkup is when one will take all of their medications (OTC as well) and review them with their pharmacist.

2. Review your parent’s medications at each visit. Make sure the medications they are taking are not outdated and make sure all are refilled at the correct times. 

3. Consider getting a pill box timer or medication dispenser for your parents. This will keep them compliant and will help them avoid medication errors.  
For those whose parents live far away an e-pill MedSmart Plus may be a good idea. This is a monitored automatic pill dispenser that will alert you if after 60 minutes the dose was missed.

Helping a parent or parents manage their medications can feel like a huge burden, but by following these tips it doesn't have to be.

Monday, March 5, 2012

Asthma in the Spring

Spring is just around the corner and with beautiful spring flowers, comes not so pretty allergies. Asthma attacks and/or worsening of asthma symptoms can be triggered by seasonal allergies, which is why it is important to be prepared for the coming months.

An inhaler is going to be used more often during allergy season, so make sure you are always prepared. Visit www.epill.com to learn about our PuffMinder DOSER.

The e-pill PuffMinder DOSER will track the use of medication taken from a Metered Dose Inhaler. It will alert you once there are less than 20 inhalations in your inhaler. This is a reliable and easy to use device that will help to ensure you are never stranded without inhaler medications.

Here are some more tips on relieving seasonal allergies:

-         Stay indoors on dry windy days.
-         Always remove clothes you have been wearing outside.
-         Keep windows closed and use air conditioning in the home.
-         If you have forced air heating or air conditioning in your house, use high-efficiency filters.
-         Avoid outdoors when pollen count is high.

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Diabetes Management: Tips To Help Your Kids

When you learn that your child has diabetes it can be very overwhelming. To keep your child’s disease under control, it is important to follow a routine and monitor their prescriptions carefully. Read the tips below to help avoid medication errors and keep your child feeling good.

  •  Get medication instructions written out from the doctor.
  •  Keep medication all in one place.
  • Make a list of all the medications your child takes and why they take each drug.
  • Use some form of a reminder device to help remember when to administer your child’s medication.
  • Don’t let your child take their medication on their own; always make  sure they are following the directions correctly.
  • Understand insulin dosing. 
  •  Learn ways to manage low blood sugar through diet and exercise.
  • Create a diabetes management plan with the school your child attends.
Keeping the lines of communication open with friends, family, and school teachers is important when it comes to diabetes treatment. Also remember that children like to be involved in the planning and treatment of their diabetes. Make sure you are always educating them about the importance of dealing with the disease and working together will make it all the easier.  

Friday, February 10, 2012

Addiction To Pain Medications: Starting The Road To Recovery With E-Pill

A huge problem in today’s world is the addiction to prescription drug medications. I came across an article on Challenges Addiction Treatment and Relapse Prevention Center’s Website and found that in the United States, there are more people abusing prescription drugs than cocaine, heroin, and ecstasy combined.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, deaths caused by pain medication overdose has risen from less than 4,000 in the year 2000 to more than 11,000 in the year 2007. The Office of National Drug Control Policy also says that opioid abuse is the second-leading cause of accidental death in the U.S., after car crashes.

With statistics like this, it is important to recognize if you or someone you love is fighting an addiction to pain medications. There is an e-pill device that might be able to help. It is called the CompuMed and it is the most tamper proof automatic pill dispenser on the market.


e-pill CompuMed

Dealing with an addiction is a hard thing to overcome, but this machine could help to fight the battle. It is important to find someone who can be trusted to fill this machine for you each week, and keep the keys to the machine with them. It is completely tamper proof and will keep the person from getting inside to the pills. An e-pill CompuMed can change one’s life for the better.




e-pill MedSafe

If the CompuMed is too far out of your price range, you may want to try something like the MedSafe. The e-pill MedSafe is a digital medication lock box. This safe is not tamper proof like the CompuMed, but it uses a state of the art digital lock and does not come with keys. For more information on the MedSafe click HERE.

Beating an addiction is a hard thing to do, and now e-pill can help you or someone you know get on the road to recovery.