Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser 28 Day Single Dose / 7 Day 4 Times - White Lid - Pill Cases & Splitters

Perfect For The Elderly - Linda M on Feb 7, 2010 I Like

I purchased this for my mom with short term memory loss who often could not remember if she took her pills. She lives alone and it was very worrisome for me. This pill dispenser is very sophisticated with lots of options which also makes it complicated to set up. No way an elderly person could do it themselves in my opinion. But after I set it up it totally resolved our problem! There is no way she can take pills twice which is the most dangerous situation plus I can tell if she skips a dose (she hasn't). Any alarms set up shut off as soon as you tip the pills out. Anyway, we love it and it is well worth the cost in peace of mind. My only caution is that each pill section is not very big. In my mom's case her pills are not large so there is plenty of room, but if taking large pills like vitamins and antibiotics there could be an issue getting them all in. I suppose you could use two sections and have them open at different times of the day to resolve the problem. Anyway, now that we have this we could not live without it!

A Godsend! Highly Recommended. - David Ciaffardini on Jan 25, 2010 I Like

This gadget has been a Godsend! I help someone who has to take quite a few vital medications, in a complicated, four-times-a-day regimen. Even with the basic, non-mechanized pill organizers, it was a nightmare trying to help her remember her pill times and getting her to take the right pills at the right time without getting mixed up and either missing a dosage or taking them too close together and thus dangerously doubling dosages.

I know I sound like some TV pitchman when I say that I was skeptical about this device at first, because there are competing pill dispenser devices at four, five and even ten times the price of this that seem to do pretty much the same thing. I figured there must be some catch, or trade-off or some vital feature that this less expensive device didn't have. But I bought one anyway and lo and behold, for my non-commercial, private home application, it works great! I load it up once per week, and I'm done!

The set-up instructions could be clearer, but I followed them carefully and got it done in about 15 minutes or less, and there will be no reason to have to ever re-set it unless the doctor changes the regimen times, which is not likely. That it is battery powered is also good. The electricity shut off during a couple storms recently but this dispenser went right ahead and did what was needed, alerting and dispensing, one less thing, a very important thing, that I didn't have to worry about with the lights off.

I can't tell you how much this humble device has made life easier, less frustrating--and SAFER-- for myself and my friend. It does exactly what they say it does. I love it and highly recommend it.

(My gosh, I sure DO sound like some wild-eyed TV pitchman, but I guess it is that good ol' fashioned enthusiasm for this product that compelled me to bother to write this review, knowing that if it helps others like it helped me, the world will be a happier place. Classic win-win.)

It Works, But... - WT "WHTanaka" on Nov 2, 2010 I Like

The pill dispenser works as advertised. However, the supplied templates account for 4 per day, 3 per day, and 1 per day dosages...there was no two per day dosage templates, so I had to jury-rig the back side of a template and write in a two per day schedule. Also, I programmed for two dosages per day by letting the last two clock alarm settings continue to be dashes, I suspect that if I do go to 3 or 4 doses a day and I want to return later to a two dose per day schedule, I will have to remove the batteries, and let the dispenser reset before having to completely re-program the dispenser...a real pain. Otherwise, perhaps I can set redundant alarm times to account for the less-than-four dosages per day schedule--but this is not mentioned in the instructions.
Lastly, the pill trays are sort of narrow, and thus tipping over the unit to dispense the pills (and also reset/silence the alarm) may not completely empty the tray. One has to stick one's finger into the tray and "scoop" out any pills that are sticking in the tray--this can be a slight problem if one has thick fingers. I use my pinky to scrape out the pills.

Great For Alzheimer's - Richard L. Booth on May 9, 2010 I Like

This product solved the did-I-take-my-pills-today problem for a close relative of mine, for whom I bought it. It is surprising how many doctors prescribing medicine for Alzheimer's don't think to address the obvious compliance problem of having someone with impaired memory try to remember when to take their pills. This is the way to do it. Now I just load up the dispenser about once a week, and it rings when it's time to take the pills. It's changed helter-skelter compliance to correct compliance, and that has made a huge difference for the better.

The only real negative to report is that initial setup should probably be handled by someone fairly adept at figuring out new gadgets despite bad documentation. I nearly physically broke the device when the introductory documentation started off telling me to press a latch and open the lid. They had shipped it in a "locked" state, and the documentation doesn't mention how the lock/unlock mechanism works until much later on. One other thing that was poorly documented in the sales literature concerned the maximum number of days it can be pre-loaded for. It's good for 7 days if meds are dispensed four times a day, 14 days if meds are twice a day, and 28 days if they're once a day. (Three times a day is also possible, but slightly trickier to maintain than the other modes.)

Great Product With One Drawback And A Fix - David E. Heady "Time on May 13, 2010 I Like

Since I'm taking meds four times a day I bought this product and have found it to be quite useful at keeping me on track. However, after using it for a few weeks it seemed to suddenly become 'Frankendispenser' and turn to a random slot, the alarm would go off randomly, and finally I'd get an ERR message. Several times I would reset it by removing the batteries briefly, but the little bugger would go insane again in a day or two.

Finally, I pulled the batteries all out for a day to let the memory clear. Boy did I miss it that day. Upon setting my alarms back up after re-installing the batteries I ran across a line in the manual that said to not leave the device in direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet as it may cause a malfunction. I thought about where I had placed the device, on a kitchen counter, and realized that every light fixture in my home is equipped with the new twisty fluorescent bulbs...emitters of ultraviolet light. Especially the kitchen light is often left on all day. I'm reasonably sure that was the cause of the malfunction though for the life of me I'm not sure why the device would be affected by UV, as it appears to be a simple IC that times a gear turning a short way based upon the LCD clock. In any event, I believe I've fixed the issue by moving the device so that it's 'shaded' from any light fixture. If anyone has a similar problem you might try this solution.

I do like the device and heartily recommend it to anyone on any kind of complex drug usage.

Wonderful Pill Dispensor - Joanne Lewis on Nov 24, 2009 I Like

Purchased this pill dispensor to help with my elderly father who was taking his pills incorrectly...The timer and fact that you can only take the pills on the designated day is a great design..Easy to use...highly recommend it!

Poor Reliability - Marc Montemagno on Jul 11, 2010 I Like

Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser; the first one broke within a month, the replacement broke within a few weeks. The device is too unreliable to be used by anyone who is dealing with a forgetful elderly parent.

Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser Is Awesome! - K. Quill on Nov 29, 2010 I Like

We purchased this for our father who has dementia/early alzheimers. We were previously using the Mon-Fri. morning and evening pill organizer, but we found he wasn't taking them when he was supposed to, or he took too many as he didn't know what day it was. He still lives independently in his own home. So it took a little getting used to for him, but now he knows when he hears the alarm go off, that it's time to take his pills. He only takes pills in the morning and bed time, so we can fill it for two weeks at a time. I think at first he wasn't sure how to stop the alarm and would bang on it, so I printed out labels in large font on the cover on what to do (WHEN ALARM SOUNDS, FLIP OVER DISPENSER POURING PILLS INTO YOUR HAND, THEN PLACE UNIT BACK ON COUNTER, TAKE YOUR PILLS!...) He seems to have it down now. I just wish the lcd display showed through the cover so you could easily check to see if the battery was getting low. I also ordered another key (company sent it to me free of charge), so that both my sister and I both have a key to fill it/monitor it for him. I would HIGHLY recommend this product!!

Life Saver - L. Cook on May 25, 2010 I Like

Purchased two of the Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Despensers. One for each of my parents. Although they are still able to care for themselves, their medication doses were confusing them to the point that they would skip and/or double dose. After setting up the pill dispensers the first time, both parents are feeling much better and more comfortable with getting their meds on time and in the right dosages.

It takes a little concentration to get the box set up right the first time but after that, it is a breeze to fill and lock each week.

Great Product - Della Andretti on Dec 10, 2009 I Like

A real life saver! We had problems with mom taking double doses and missing doses. This product has given us and extension on getting a service to dispense the meds. The only problem I had with it was when the batteries died after two weeks meds weren't dispensed. I know there is a error message on the screen but the screen is under the protective cover and she couldn't see it. I will now get a higher powered battery; but still worry that when it goes out she won't realize it. The dispenser is easy to load and use overall.

Great Find - sandi on Jul 1, 2010 I Like

I was a little skeptical at first, because this was cheaper than others I had looked at, but to my amazement I truly did find a great item.
It's compact, not so hard to set up, has a loud enough sound, and it suits my need perfectly.
My mother is 85 and is hard of hearing. She hears it from any room in the house.
The only problem we have encountered is the fact that she takes alot of medicines and on a couple of occasions a pill or two did get stuck at the bottom and they were missed. But, I now fill it a little different putting the larger pills in first and the more important pills in last. No problems since.

Great Way To Help With Medication - Rebecca B. Legg on Sep 5, 2011 I Like

It's not an exagerration to say that this pill dispenser is changing my life. I'm a caregivier for a beloved relative who lives alone and 600 miles away. She suffers from moderate dementia and the after effects of a stroke. We tried many things, including pill boxs marked with days of the week. These were ineffective, as she struggled to interpret the letters on the top (Is "T" a Tuesday or a Thursday?} and often took pills in advance or out of sequence. Diffficulties in opening the small lids caused the pills to be spilled on occasion. A few times, such problems required me to drive several hundred miles to get the pills back in order.

This pill box solved all that for us. On a daily basis, the pill box rings and flashes and the correct pills are dispensed. A phone call lets me remind her how to turn off the chime - just tip the box - and to take her pills. The locking mechanism is wonderful, as it protects the pills from helpful visitors and from her own fidgeting.

I've made a couple of additions that help her use the box effectively. First, because it can be difficult to get small pills out of the dispenser, I've placed the pill box on top of a large red tray. This way, she can gently tip out her pills into the tray, reducing the risk of leaving a pill in the box. Second, I put a large brightly colored sign on the bottom of the pill box, stating "if you can see this, the box is upside down." That way, when I call, I can ask if there is a green label on her pill box. If she says no, all is well. A yes means that I should ask her to turn it over.

The only reason that this pill box is rated 4 stars instead of 5 is the difficulty in programming the box initially. No one should forego the pill box because of this difficulty, but users should be aware that it is complicated and time-comsuming. If your digital clocks often blink midnight for days after a power outage, you may wish to get help with the initial programming.

Mom Regained A Little Independence With This Jewel! - Just Little Ol' Me on Apr 4, 2011 I Like

We got this little jewel because we needed a reasonably priced solution for my moms med needs(mild alzheimer's) so that she can still live on her own but that we dont have to go over there several times a day.
You will have to read the instructions to set it up(I hate that part) & it is harder to fill than a regular 4 times a day box because I have to be careful of which slot I put it in. But in the month that we have had it, mom as not missed a single med dosage.
We use it in silent mode as the vibration of the device moving makes enough noise for her.
It gave her back an ounce of independence... and every ounce is valuable to her!

Awful Product Malfunctions At Least Every 3 Days If Not More Often - jessjohn on Mar 21, 2011 I Like

this product is awful. good idea horrible manufacturing. I bought this for my father in law and i set it up and it worked for one day. It errored every other day. and for an older person trying to figure it out it was bad. he has memory problems so this was supposed to help us ensure he gets his medication correctly. it is awful

Works Great. - Paulette Johnson on Feb 24, 2011 I Like

The instructions could be more detailed but the product is good. The only problem is the person taking the pills. I had it set for an alarm to go off. My mother in law was shaking the unit to shut it off. Then she would call me to tell me all the pills weren't there. They were found later on the floor. She got another lesson on how to TIP the unit to retrieve pills and shut off the alarm.

Automated Pill Dispenser - R. L. Everhart on Oct 30, 2010 I Like

Works like a charm. Purchased for my 95-year old father who could never remember to take his pills on any consistent basis. This device automatically dispenses the required pills at the specified time and has an audible alarm that provides the appropriate alert. Has completely solved the "forgetfulness" problem regarding medication.

Late And Broken - Poet on Oct 6, 2010 I Like

This item was shipped almost a week later than promised in the ad. When it did arrived it worked for all of two minutes before failing completely. Although the product idea is a good one for those of us who have elderly relatives who need reminders of when to take their pills, this device is definitely not the answer.

Works As We Hoped - Genny on May 24, 2010 I Like

This is a great product. We needed a device to serve as a reminder for a senior citizen who couldn't always remember to take her medication. The set up and refill process is more complex than she has the cognitive skills to undertake but if someone else can set it up and do the weekly refill she can independently take the medication during the week.

A "Must Have" For Alzheimers/dementia Caregivers. - R. Snyder "Bob" on Jan 26, 2010 I Like

My mother has early stage Alzheimers disease, and this automatic pill dispenser has solved a very critical problem. She would fall asleep and wake up several times during the day, and each time she would think it was a new day and take the next medications from her pill boxes. This product has solved that problem, and has actually helped her overcome a great deal of confusion. My only complaint is that the initial set-up is difficult at best, and the instructions are not intuitively easy.

Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser Success - D. Pachelo "DP/COLOR on Jan 10, 2010 I Like

Very pleased with the product. It works just as advertised and answered many of our problems getting my father to take his pills in a timely and sequential manner. The alarm works great and is easily heard even by someone who is hard of hearing. Just be sure to take your time when you program it initially and check that it is operating as you wish before you start using it with the patient.

Very Helpful To Remind Mom To Take Her Meds! - Kab "tooch455" on May 7, 2011 I Like

Easy to set up, alarm goes four times per day and wheel turns to dispense pills. This dispenser saves me from having to call Mom 4 times a day to make sure she takes the correct medicine at the correct time. The dispenser is simple to use and very helpful. Mom has been compliant and feels good taking her meds on her own. Thank you!

Order The Extra Cartridge - T. ross on Apr 18, 2011 I Like

I use this mostly for supplements. Many supplements are large in size and will require you to set 2-3 alarms per day and even 4 if you are taking Fiber pills, or Large doses of fish oil etc.
Each section would fit about 1 large pills at 1,000 mg, 3 medium 500 mg, and 2 small ones like an aspirin size as well. Or a total of 3,000 mg.

If the quantity is too much for the compartment you can set two alarms back to back so one alarm at 8 am and another at 8:02 .
If the template does not work for you can flip it over and make your own on the other side. Its just a piece of paper held into place so you could actually trace your own out of some sturdy paper if your needs are very complicated.

If you take medication more than 2 times a day I highly recommend buying the extra refill cartridge. Filling this on a weekly basis can be a chore if you are dealing with a ton of medications or supplements. Its better to just load an extra cartridge and have it ready to go.
if you take medication 4 times per day you will use the cartridge in one week, if you take it 3 times per day
it will last 10 days and 2 times per day will last 2 weeks.

This did have a slight learning curve so plan to be around your loved one if its for someone else to make sure
it is not overloaded and turns smoothly or any other minor adjustments that need to be made.
I would not recommend this device for severe Dementia or Alzheimer's patients. It is good for those in beginning stages, forgetful people or those who have to take medications at precise times .

I am very happy with my purchase usually I forget to take my vitamins and supplements and they go to waste
now I am taking them faithfully . Surprisingly this has helped me to adjust my body clock by regulating my sleeping and eating times according to when I take my pills. It like having a timer telling me when to eat my lunch and I set it to take my supplements one hour before bed so I have plenty of time to wind down.

Med-e-lert Medication Dispenser - Eugene E. Porterfiel on Dec 19, 2010 I Like

My mother is suffering dementia and had difficulty maintaining a regular medication routine. She would forget she took her meds and take them more often than she should. This required the family to take her medications and arrange for her to take only the proper dosage daily. Being an electronics buff, I thought of the electronic fashion of dispensing the meds. I then thought of the fact that if I could think of the process it probably already existed. I got on the web and found several options. I bought this one and an extra tray. There were units listed at $500 - $800. This one does the job. The alarm isn't loud but my mother suffers from hearing loss which she often doesn't hear the loudest alarm. So we call her around the time of the dispensing to assure she took the meds. She has become accustomed to looking in the slot on the dispenser for the meds and looking for the red flashing light on top the unit. So .... so far so good.

Life Saver - Nomar on Oct 1, 2010 I Like

This product allowed Me to breathe easier knowing that the right meds are dispensed at the right time. After several cases of my elderly parent overdosing or under dosing, I was glad to come across this product.

I have had the product for about 2 months, so I can't speak to the longevity. I am seriously considering purchasing a 2nd unit to have at the ready just in case, since We have become dependent on it.

Great Pill Dispenser - Sharon Schneider on Jun 14, 2010 I Like

Works well for my mother who can't remember to take her meds on time. Now we just have to be sure she takes them

Med-e-lert - beadrookie on Jun 7, 2010 I Like

I recently bought this pill dispenser for my Mother. It has been such an awesome and afordable device. I had priced these units at twice the cost and really didn't want to pay that much. I would have, for the peace of mind that it brings, but I am very happy with the cost of this one! No more 'did she take her meds?' She is almost 99 and lives in assisted living, but is still independent!
Awesome product~!
Thank you very much!

Automatic Pill Dispenser - book babe "book babe on May 1, 2010 I Like

I can't say enough about this little gadget except it has allowed my mom to remain in her own home and not have around the clock care. To make sure Mom gets her meds on time required that someone be in the house with her every four hours. This has allowed her more independence longer. She does need help loading it, but it really isn't too complicated. I would highly recommend this product. I have seen others which have similar features which cost hundreds of dollars more.

This Product Is A Lifesaver - San Diego on Jan 26, 2012 I Like

I was looking for a solution for dispensing medications to my 82 year old mom with memory issues and so far this is it. Though she lives in an assisted living community, since money is tight we are trying to avoid the additional cost of $250 month they would charge to dispense her drugs to her. Though I have been setting up her morning/night pill cases for her for a couple of years, in recent months she was mixing up the pills, forgetting to take the pills, etc. We had to find another solution. I set up the dispenser for her, (it is a little complicated but nothing that reading the directions completely won't fix), described to her what she would hear and practiced with her what she needed to do when she heard the alarm. She was initially irritated that she couldn't see the pills or adjust the alarm, (not that she could have adjusted the alarm anyway because her mind is so compromised that she sometimes doesn't even know how to dial her phone), but I explained that this was a no-muss, no-fuss system for her. The first time the alarm went off she was confused for a moment and then remembered how to empty the pill chamber just as we had practiced. She was so excited she called me at home, told me it worked great and actually thanked me for buying it. She's had it for two weeks now and it is just a lifesaver. The $80 investment was worth the expense if it helps us prolong the period of time before we need to add medical assistance to her assisted living expense. Finally, I've seen some comments that the pill chambers are small. My mom takes about 8 prescribed medications and numerous vitamin and mineral supplements. I was prepared to drop some of the supplements from her regime if the space was inadequate but they all fit. I cannot recommend this product highly enough.

Live Saver - emmaluvsed on Jan 11, 2012 I Like

I purchased this item shortly after my husband had a heart attack at a very young age. I knew the meds would have to be taken at very specific times and that was crucial to him recovering while home and me having to work and take care of our kids. This pill dispenser is GREAT!! The alarm is loud enough that it will wake me up, and it is very easy to use. I do home health care and have recommended this item to many of my patients. One more thing we took it on a trip and it fell out of the cabinet in our RV and landed on the dining table this dispenser put a whole in our table that's how durable the plastic is!! The meds did not open and fall out when this fell so no worries you are only getting to the pills what ever time you program it at.

Med-Alert Pill Dispenser - Carolyn L on Jan 10, 2012 I Like

I ordered this product for my elderly Mother. It worked very well. Programming the system to alert at appropriate times was done easily.

Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser - JOYCEA on Jan 9, 2012 I Like

I take a lot of pills at varying times during the day. This product has taken out the confusion and uncertainty I have as to whether I've taken, or need to take, my medicines. My husband is a much happier person now that all he has to do is keep it loaded, the dispenser does the rest with a reminder alert and the correct dosages ready for me to take. Buy it.

Disappointed - lmw724 on Jan 9, 2012 I Like

I was very disappointed with this item. The lock was too difficult to use. It could be made much easier. Also the alarm was not loud enough especially for my dad who is hearing impaired. I would not purchase this again.

You Get What You Pay For! - KLL on Jan 8, 2012 I Like

Cheaper than all the other locking medication boxes on the market but very flimsy lock and latch. Have broken on two boxes, still closes but hard to open and won't lock. If the lock is an important feature look elsewhere.

Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser - Olive60089 on Dec 12, 2011 I Like

Works great. The only modification that I would recommend is that the mfg. move the batteries inside -- under the locked section -- so a someone using this machine does not attempt to remove the batteries.

Not Secure - Claudia Dixon on Dec 11, 2011 I Like

My 86 yr old Mother figured out how to open this pill dispenser on her own after one day. Anyone can open it with their fingernails.

Better Than Expected! - RJ on Dec 8, 2011 I Like

We purchased this item because my mother in law has Alzheimer's and had been having a prolonged period of forgetting her medication. It was getting to the point where it was adversely affecting her health and we considered paying her residence facility to have someone go to her room to be sure she was taking her meds.....to the tune of over $400 per month!!! We figured this item would at least be worth it to try given its comparatively low cost. My mother in law has been using this for over 1 month now without any significant issues. We also ordered the spare tray from Amazon which makes preparing her medication for the next use as simple as dropping in a new tray. My wife and I are both very happy to have found this item on Amazon. This dispenser paid for itself after its first week of use and has provided us with some peace of mind. My mother in law has been taking her meds routinely now, and the alarms even help structure her day as she has difficulty telling the time of day. I very strongly recommend this product for anybody with a family member experiencing dementia or the early stages of Alzheimer's disease.

So Far So Good - DaveB on Dec 6, 2011 I Like

Just received this today, so cannot yet comment on its longevity. Compartments are large enough to hold quite a few pills. Seems easy enough to program, but you WILL have to refer to the instruction booklet. My only gripe was that the unit comes with four label rings for 1, 2, 3, or 4 daily doses. My unit came with two of the 4 daily dose rings and no 2 daily dose ring (which, of course, is the one I needed). Calling the number on the back of the instruction book took me to a reseller, not the manufacturer - and since they did not personally sell it to me I got no help from them. Fortunately, a quick web search took me to the manufacturer page and they have pdf files for the labels - problem solved. See [...] if you have a similar problem.

Excellent - tiki on Dec 4, 2011 I Like

The pill dispenser was shipped rapidly to my home & arrived in perfect order. Could not ask for better service.

Great Product - Lisa Campbell on Nov 23, 2011 I Like

Does just what it says it does. Easy to program. Somehow my mother is able to ignore the alarms and not take the pills but I now call her and ask her to look for pills in the machine. That works. She is getting better now at hearing the alarm and taking the pills before I call. I like gadgets anyway and it is nice to have one that is so practical.

Great Product - Grandma's girl on Nov 12, 2011 I Like

We ordered this pill dispenser for my grandma, who is starting to forget things and gets confused easily. She was taking her pills at the wrong time, and too many, even with a conventional pill dispenser. With the Med-e-lert, we don't have to worry anymore. It only dispenses the pills she needs at the time she's suppose to receive them. The alarm is loud enough to wake her up if she's sleeping and doesn't shut off until she has dumped the pills out of it. Excellent product for anyone that needs added security when it comes to their loved ones medications.

Really A Life/ Independence And Diginty Saver!!! - Michelle Davey on Nov 12, 2011 I Like

I am the primary caretaker for my grandmother. She has early dementia and chronic pain- We ran into problems not only with her not remmebering if she took her medicine but also taking more than prescribedbecause she was in pain- if the medicine didnt work fast enough..etc- I found we were actually bickering/ fighting about the meds- She would say she didnt take them but they were gone... Doctors are so careful with pain meds that I knew if she ran out early she wouldnt have any pain relief- also the increased dose made her drowsy and threw off her balance. She was still pretty independent with everything but her meds- but the meds were at the point that we were at our breakingpoint- I was literally on line in the middle of the night, crying feeling bad that whatever years my Nan had left shouldnt be in pain or arguing over medicine- i googled "elder solutions" "elder medication help" so on on and on- Finally i came across this box I ordered it right away- 5 days later my and my Nan's life was totally different!

I went and filled the box, set the alarms (4 times a day) locked the box (no more wondering which one of us had the count wrong!) and went home- I checked in all 4 times the next day- Not only did the alarms alert her without startling her but by taking the pills right on time and not waiting till the pain started she was staying ahead of the pain! I was now crying in relief- This box is great- THere was a malfunction but they found my order and sent me out a new one right away- very simple-

We have now had the box over a year- We have hired a part time PCA and there is also security in knowing her meds can not be touched by the aide- the box is locked- the aide likes it too- no worries for her!

I can not rave enough about this box- It is way too complicated for an elder to set up alone but once i set it up it is so basic she has no issues at all- and I have heard some pharmacists will fill it for you!

Do not hesitate- this saved us- I am so happy i got this box! My grandmother calls it "my little man" lol-

Med-e-lert Pill Dispenser - Runnerkate on Nov 8, 2011 I Like

I bought this for my mother who is 92, at first she was afraid of it, but after a couple days she has had no problem, easy to work. It works great

Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser - Arcangelo11 on Nov 7, 2011 I Like

This Automatic pill dispenser is resonable price, keeps pills secure. It puts your mind at ease knowing your loved ones, who may get confused at times wont take extra medication. The unit is easily programed and has plenty of room for multiple pills.

This Item Is Great!! - Maggie on Nov 3, 2011 I Like

I love this Pill Dispenser. I purchased it for my Mother who has memory problems. Before the Med-e-lert she would miss taking her pills or double up sometimes. But this Pill Dispenser has taken care of all issues. She now takes her medicines on a regular basis and has no problems using the dispenser. Despite what others say, I did not think it was hard to set up.
I love the 28 days dispenser. She takes pills once a day, so I only have to fill it approx. once a month. I highly recommend this item.

Med Dispenser - No Memory Required!!!!! - J. K. Williams on Oct 31, 2011 I Like

LOVE THIS! Mom's memory is fuzzy and confusion about "did I?" or "didn't I?" take my meds this morning or this evening is a thing of the past. So liberating to set, fill, and forget for 2 weeks (morning & evening routine for Mom). A genuine answer to my prayers!

Buy without reservation! There are other brands that do the same thing and sell for right at $300 but this one does same thing for 1/3 the price.

Can't recommend it too highly.

Easy And Safe Med Delivery - Thomas Winker on Aug 28, 2011 I Like

The Med e Lert Automatic Pill dispenser is a good solution for managing medicine delivery. I have it set for 28 day delivery for my father's meds. It has been working well and we have not had to hire a nurse to administer his daily meds.

Med-e-lert Pill Dispenser - durkma on Aug 26, 2011 I Like

This product is a must have for anyone who forgets to take their pills or who has a problem taking them properly. I purchased this for my dad who is 87 and has problems reading his pill bottle labels. Since he takes pills 2 times daily we can fill the dispenser for 2 weeks. It is simple to set up and the alarm is loud enough that you'll have to take the pills just to make it stop. If you need to keep pills locked this is not the product for you as the lock can be opened with your fingernail. I would recommend this highly.

Keep Meds On Time - R. Rasmussen on Aug 20, 2011 I Like

This machine has solved one of our most difficult problems!

Set up was not intuitive-setting the timers was the most difficult part. Having conquered that, the machine has worked perfectly and has eliminated the most common problem we had; Tutu (Auntie) likes to open her pillbox and move things around. The lock has prevented that. I have been there several times when the alarm went off and it was a friendly reminder and Tutu was happy to have the reminder.

Peace Of Mind - Cape Cod on Aug 20, 2011 I Like

After numerous attempts from pill boxes to setting up individual envelopes with my Mothers' medication. Mother would either forget or take day meds vs night meds. Yes I tried calling every day, I would be told I will take them as soon as I get of the phone- that would result in a 50/50 chance of her taking them. Since the medication wouldn't be taken in the prescribed manner more confusion than normal would result. I read the reviews thought what do I have to lose. I took my time read the instructions carefully and kept the dispenser at my home for a week to make sure it worked correctly. I introduced the dispenser to my mother stayed at the house until the pill dispenser dispensed the eve meds to show her how it operates. The bottom line this has relieved alot of stress, my mother feels like she has gained her indepence back. Quick notes I purchased solid cover no reason to confuse her by showing all the pills, ( I set it up ever 28 days) I also lock it - no access to tamper with pills or if she drops it same will not open. Regarding lock when item is shipped it is in the LOCKED position almost broke dispenser trying to open it the first time. I have never wrote a review prior but this has help me with caring for my parents well worth the money - hopefully this will help you.

Quick Delivery, Item As Advertised. - texcyn on Aug 12, 2011 I Like

The Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser works just as you expect. We have no disappointments in the operation of the dispenser or in the service we got. I would recommend this item to anyone that takes medicine regularly, but especially for those that are developing dementia. I got this for my mother. I thought I had things under control being I called her nightly to make sure she had her medicine - but she takes different medicine in the A.M. than the P.M. and I found she was taking the wrong ones at times. This eliminates the chance of this happening. Wish I had known about this long before. Thanks.

Med-e-lert Automatic Pill Dispenser 28 Day Single Dose / 7 Day 4 Times - White Lid

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