Intelligent electronic medicine box and using method thereof

Abstract

The invention provides an intelligent electronic medicine box and a using method thereof. The intelligent electronic medicine box comprises a medicine box body, and a sensor module, a display module, a communication module, an alarm module, a power module and a control module are arranged in the medicine box body; a patient can be intelligently reminded to take medicine, and an alarm is given when the patient forgets to take medicine, so that the medicine taking compliance of the patient is improved; the patient can be intelligently reminded of possible side effects and adverse reactions, and the patient is reminded to pay attention and prevent.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of smart homes, and in particular to a smart electronic medicine box and a use method thereof. Background Art

[0002] With the acceleration of people's pace of life and the arrival of an aging society, people are paying more and more attention to health management. Taking medicines to treat diseases or for health care is an important part of health management. However, in real life, it is easy to forget to take medicines, which leads to the inability to take medicines continuously, affecting physical health and even aggravating the deterioration of the disease.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a smart electronic medicine box and a method of using the same, which can effectively help users manage their medicines, ensure that they take their medicines on time, and avoid missing or repeating the medicines. Summary of the invention

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an intelligent electronic medicine box and a method of using the same to solve the problems existing in the above-mentioned prior art.

[0005] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following solutions: The present invention provides an intelligent electronic medicine box, comprising: The medicine box body is used to store medicines that need to be taken at different times; The medicine box body is provided with: A sensor module for detecting whether the drug has been taken out; Display module, used to display current time and medication reminder; A communication module for synchronizing data with a mobile device; An alarm module is used to issue an audible and visual alarm in the event of forgetting to serve; A power module, used for providing power to the medicine box; A control module, used to control the reminder and alarm functions of the medicine box; The sensor module, the display module, the communication module, the alarm module and the power module are all connected to the control module, and the communication module is wirelessly connected to the mobile device.

[0006] Preferably, the medicine box body comprises a box body and a cover body, the cover body is hingedly buckled on the top of the box body, and medicine storage grids are distributed in an array in the box body, and a sealing cover is provided on the top of each medicine storage grid.

[0007] Preferably, the sensor module adopts a weight sensor and / or an optical sensor, both of which are arranged in the medicine storage grid and connected to the control module.

[0008] Preferably, the display module is a touch screen, which is connected to the control module.

[0009] Preferably, the communication module includes a Bluetooth module and / or a Wi-Fi module, both of which are connected to the control module and wirelessly connected to the mobile device.

[0010] Preferably, the alarm module includes a buzzer and an LED light, both of which are connected to the control module.

[0011] Preferably, the power module includes a battery and a charging circuit, the battery is connected to the control module, and the charging circuit is connected to the battery.

[0012] Preferably, the control module includes a microprocessor and a memory, and the memory, the sensor module, the display module, the communication module, the alarm module and the power module are all connected to the microprocessor.

[0013] Preferably, the mobile device is a smart phone, a tablet computer or a smart wearable device.

[0014] The present invention also provides a method for using the intelligent electronic medicine box, comprising the following steps: S1. Classify the medicines and put them into each medicine storage compartment; S2. The user uses a mobile device to establish communication with the smart electronic medicine box, sets the medication time, drug type and dosage through the mobile device APP, and the APP synchronizes the data to the smart electronic medicine box; S3. The smart electronic medicine box sends a reminder at the set medication time. If the medicine is not removed within the specified time, an audible and visual alarm is activated; S4. The smart electronic medicine box records medication data and reports it to the mobile device.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has achieved the following beneficial technical effects: The present invention provides an intelligent electronic medicine box and a method for using the same, comprising a medicine box body, wherein a sensor module, a display module, a communication module, an alarm module, a power module, and a control module are arranged inside the medicine box body; the intelligent electronic medicine box can intelligently remind patients to take medicines and send out an alarm when the patients forget to take the medicines, thereby improving the compliance of the patients in taking medicines; the intelligent electronic medicine box can also intelligently remind the patients of possible side effects and adverse reactions, and remind the patients to pay attention to and prevent them, and has the following beneficial effects: 1. Improve compliance: Through intelligent reminders and missed dose alarms, patients’ compliance with taking medication on time can be effectively improved.

[0016] 2. Easy to manage: Manage medication plans through the APP, allowing users and family members to check and adjust at any time.

[0017] 3. Health monitoring: Long-term recording of medication data helps doctors evaluate treatment effects and adjust medication regimens.

[0018] 4. Safety management: Manage medication safety reminders through the APP to increase patients' right to know and safety management. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative labor.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the connection relationship of a smart electronic medicine box provided by the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an intelligent electronic medicine box and a method of using the same to solve the problems existing in the prior art.

[0023] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0024] Example 1 This embodiment provides a smart electronic medicine box, such as Figure 1 As shown, including: The medicine box body 1 is used to store medicines to be taken at different times; it includes a box body and a cover body, the cover body is hinged and buckled on the top of the box body, and the box body is provided with medicine storage grids in an array for storing different types of medicines, and each medicine storage grid is provided with a sealing cover on the top; the medicine box can be of many types, including but not limited to: 1D1G (1 grid per day), 1D3G (3 grids per day); 1D6G (6 grids per day), upper and lower 2 layers (liquid); or it can be composed of a pluggable movable warehouse; The medicine box body 1 is provided with: The sensor module 2 is used to detect whether the medicine has been taken out; it uses a weight sensor and is connected to the control module 7, and is set at the bottom of the medicine storage grid to weigh the weight of the medicine; of course, in other embodiments, an optical sensor can also be used for detection; Display module 3, used to display the current time and medication reminder; it uses a touch screen and is connected to the control module 7; The communication module 4 is used for data synchronization with the mobile device; it uses a Bluetooth module to establish a connection with the control module 7 and wirelessly connect with the mobile device 8, thereby realizing wireless communication with the mobile device 8; of course, in other embodiments, a Wi-Fi module can also be used to realize wireless communication; Alarm module 5, used to issue an audible and visual alarm in the event of forgetting to serve; including a buzzer and an LED light, both of which are connected to the control module 7; The power module 6 is used to provide power to the medicine box; it includes a battery and a charging circuit, the battery is connected to the control module 7, and the charging circuit is connected to the battery, so that the USB power cord is used for charging, and of course, it can also be directly connected to the power cord for use; The control module 7 is used to control the reminder and alarm functions of the medicine box; it includes a microprocessor and a memory, and the memory and the above components are connected to the microprocessor; The mobile device 8 is used to establish remote interaction with the smart electronic medicine box to set medication and view medication records; it can be a common smart phone; of course, in other embodiments, a smart wearable device such as a tablet computer or a smart watch can also be selected.

[0025] The method for using the above-mentioned smart electronic medicine box comprises the following steps: S1. Classify the medicines and put them into each medicine storage compartment; S2. The user uses a mobile device to establish communication with the smart electronic medicine box, and sets the medication time, drug type and dosage through the mobile device APP, and the APP synchronizes the data to the smart electronic medicine box; the functions of the APP include but are not limited to medication guidance, remote monitoring, health advice, etc., and the user can also network to the guardian or community health station to receive education and guidance, and directly call the community police when necessary; S3. The smart electronic medicine box will send out a reminder at the set medication time. If the medicine is not detected to be taken out within the specified time, the sound and light alarm will be activated. When the medication time is up, the alarm will sound and the sound can be from light to heavy. The alarm can be disconnected only after the lid is opened. The speaker can also remind you of the precautions for taking the medicine, such as the water temperature for taking the medicine, the time before meals for taking the medicine, the interval between taking the medicine, etc., which can be controlled and set through the background APP or applet. The alarm can be one to multiple, can send out various sounds, and can be networked to the speaker closest to the person taking the medicine. The speaker can follow the person (the terminal carried by the person is connected to the speaker). S4. The smart electronic medicine box records medication data and reports it to the mobile device.

[0026] The present invention provides an intelligent electronic medicine box and a method of using the same, which has intelligent reminder and forget-to-dose alarm functions, can help users take medicine on time, improve medication compliance, and take into account the convenience and practicality of users. At the same time, through synchronization with mobile devices, it is convenient for users and their families to manage medication plans.

[0027] The present invention uses specific examples to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present invention. The above examples are only used to help understand the method and core ideas of the present invention. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, according to the ideas of the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scopes. In summary, the content of this specification should not be understood as limiting the present invention.

Claims

1. An intelligent electronic medicine box, characterized in that: include: The medicine box body (1) is used to store medicines to be taken at different times; The medicine box body (1) is provided with: A sensor module (2) is used to detect whether the medicine has been taken out; A display module (3) for displaying the current time and a reminder for taking medicine; A communication module (4), used for synchronizing data with a mobile device; An alarm module (5) is used to issue an audible and visual alarm in the event of forgetting to take the service; A power module (6), used to provide power to the medicine box; A control module (7), used to control the reminder and alarm functions of the medicine box; The sensor module (2), the display module (3), the communication module (4), the alarm module (5) and the power module (6) are all connected to the control module (7), and the communication module (4) is wirelessly connected to the mobile device (8).

2. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The medicine box body (1) comprises a box body and a cover body, wherein the cover body is hingedly buckled on the top of the box body, and medicine storage grids are arranged in an array in the box body, and a sealing cover is provided on the top of each medicine storage grid.

3. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sensor module (2) adopts a weight sensor and / or an optical sensor, both of which are arranged in the medicine storage grid and are connected to the control module (7).

4. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The display module (3) adopts a touch display screen, which is connected to the control module (7).

5. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The communication module (4) comprises a Bluetooth module and / or a Wi-Fi module, both of which are connected to the control module (7) and wirelessly connected to the mobile device (8).

6. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The alarm module (5) comprises a buzzer and an LED light, both of which are connected to the control module (7).

7. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power module (6) comprises a battery and a charging circuit, the battery is connected to the control module (7), and the charging circuit is connected to the battery.

8. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control module (7) comprises a microprocessor and a memory, and the memory, the sensor module (2), the display module (3), the communication module (4), the alarm module (5) and the power module (6) are all connected to the microprocessor.

9. The smart electronic medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mobile device (8) is a smart phone, a tablet computer or a smart wearable device.

10. The method for using the smart electronic medicine box according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: S1. Classify the medicines and put them into each medicine storage compartment; S2. The user uses a mobile device to establish communication with the smart electronic medicine box, sets the medication time, drug type and dosage through the mobile device APP, and the APP synchronizes the data to the smart electronic medicine box; S3. The smart electronic medicine box sends a reminder at the set medication time. If the medicine is not removed within the specified time, an audible and visual alarm is activated; S4. The smart electronic medicine box records medication data and reports it to the mobile device.

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