Medicine management methods and apparatus
US7793836B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 14, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61J2205/70
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatus are shown for providing information on a pill. A patient specific delivery apparatus for medicine using information on a pill or pills is shown as well, and a database with patient specific information may be provided, resulting in an individualized pharmacopoeia for a patient. A dispenser and a method for dispensing pills are provided and may generate audible messages. The dispenser may be constructed with a protective barrier to maintain shelf-life and integrity of the pills.
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