Medicine temporary storage device for automatic dispensing machine

Abstract

A medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine comprises an outer shell of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and a central controller, the central controller controls overall operation of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and is in communication connection with a hospital HIS, an opening is formed in the middle of the front end of the outer shell, a temporary storage cabinet is embedded in the opening, and the temporary storage cabinet is in sliding connection with the outer shell. The shell is fixed with the outer shell through an electromagnetic locking mechanism; a plurality of temporary storage cells arranged in a matrix mode are arranged in the temporary storage cabinet, a state display lamp is arranged at the front end of each temporary storage cell, a medicine frame used for containing medicine is arranged in each temporary storage cell, an RFID tag is attached to each medicine frame, an RFID card reader matched with the RFID tag is embedded in the bottom of each temporary storage cell, and the RFID card reader is connected with the corresponding temporary storage cell. The card reader and the state display lamp are both in communication connection with the central controller. The manual connection process of pharmacy personnel in the process of pre-dispensing medicine in advance is greatly simplified, the possibility of manual intervention and human errors is reduced, and therefore the overall efficiency and the automation degree of medicine dispensing are remarkably improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] In the current medical environment, automatic dispensing machines have become an indispensable automated device in the pharmacy dispensing process, greatly improving the efficiency and accuracy of drug dispensing. However, in hospital pharmacies with large prescription volumes and patients collecting medications in large numbers, the traditional dispensing process often faces efficiency bottlenecks. Specifically, after the dispensing machine completes the dispensing of medications, pharmacy staff need to manually remove the medications from the machine's outlet and place them in a separate temporary storage cabinet. When the patient comes to pick up the medication, they will manually check and distribute the medications. This process not only increases the workload of pharmacy staff, but can also cause congestion and queues for patients at the medication dispensing window, affecting the medical experience.

[0002] To optimize this process, some solutions, such as temporary storage cabinets or buffer transfer cabinets, have emerged on the market to pre-dispense paid prescription medications. However, most of these solutions require pharmacy staff to manually transfer medications from dispensers to temporary storage cabinets. This process is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but also prone to human error. Furthermore, independent temporary storage cabinets take up additional space in the pharmacy, hindering efficient space utilization. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model is to overcome the deficiencies of the existing technology and provide a medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine. By directly connecting the temporary storage cabinet and the medicine dispensing machine in parallel and designing them as an integrated type, the manual connection process of pharmacy staff in the process of pre-dispensing medicines is greatly simplified, the possibility of manual intervention and human errors is reduced, and the overall efficiency and degree of automation of medicine dispensing are significantly improved.

[0004] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions: a drug temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine, comprising an outer shell of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and a central controller, wherein the central controller controls the overall operation of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and is communicatively connected to the hospital HIS system to receive electronic prescriptions, and is characterized in that an opening is provided in the middle of the front end of the outer shell, and a temporary storage cabinet is embedded in the opening, the temporary storage cabinet is slidably connected to the outer shell and fixed to the outer shell by an electromagnetic locking mechanism, a plurality of temporary storage grids arranged in a matrix are provided inside the temporary storage cabinet, a status display light for displaying the status of the temporary storage grid is provided at the front end of each temporary storage grid, a medicine frame for placing medicines is provided in each temporary storage grid, each medicine frame is attached with an RFID tag, an RFID card reader matching the RFID tag is embedded in the bottom of each temporary storage grid, and the RFID card reader and the status display light are both communicatively connected to the central controller.

[0005] Specifically, the electromagnetic locking mechanism includes an electromagnet arranged at the top of the front opening of the outer shell, and an iron adsorption plate arranged at the top of the temporary storage cabinet corresponding to the electromagnet. The electromagnet and the iron plate realize the locking and unlocking of the temporary storage cabinet through magnetic force.

[0006] Specifically, a straight pulley is provided at the bottom of the temporary storage cabinet, and the top of the temporary storage cabinet is slidably connected to the top of the front opening of the outer shell through a six-section rail.

[0007] Furthermore, a baffle is provided on the lower side of the rear port of the temporary storage compartment to prevent the medicine frame from sliding out.

[0008] Specifically, the status display light consists of a red light and a green light.

[0009] Furthermore, the outer shell is also provided with a human-computer interaction touch screen that is in communication with the central controller and is used for manually inputting or modifying drug temporary storage instructions and displaying the status and prescription information of each temporary storage compartment.

[0010] Furthermore, the front end of the outer shell is provided with a quick medicine outlet, and a medicine frame is provided in the quick medicine outlet.

[0011] Working Principle: When in use, the hospital's HIS system sends the paid electronic prescription information to the central controller of the automatic dispensing machine. The central controller immediately analyzes the prescription content and dispatches the mechanical drug dispensing mechanism of the dispensing machine to perform the dispensing task based on the drug information. During this process, the central controller first designates a temporary storage cell with an empty medicine frame as the temporary storage cell for receiving drugs.

[0012] The mechanical medicine-taking mechanism of the dispensing machine takes out the required medicines one by one according to the medicine information on the prescription, and transports them to the medicine frame in the designated temporary storage compartment of the temporary storage cabinet through the medicine conveying device of the automatic dispensing machine. When all the medicines on a single prescription are dispensed and placed in the medicine frame, the central controller controls the status display light on the front end of the corresponding temporary storage compartment to only light up the green indicator light; if only part of the medicine in the prescription is dispensed by the dispensing machine and needs to be manually replenished, the central controller controls the green and red indicator lights to light up at the same time.

[0013] When a patient arrives at the pharmacy to pick up medication, pharmacy staff, based on the status of the temporary storage compartment, prescription information, and indicator lights displayed on the human-computer interactive touchscreen, remove the medicine box from the corresponding temporary storage compartment and refill the missing medication in the medicine box that requires manual refill. After manual verification, the medicine box is given to the patient and the empty medicine box is placed in the temporary storage compartment. During this process, when a medicine box is removed from the temporary storage compartment, the central controller controls the status indicator lights on the front of the temporary storage compartment to turn off, indicating that the temporary storage compartment is in a dispensing state. When an empty medicine box is placed in the temporary storage compartment, the red indicator light lights up, indicating that the temporary storage compartment is in a dispensing state.

[0014] During the medication process, if there is an emergency situation where someone needs to jump the queue or pick up medication temporarily, the staff can use the touch screen to quickly send specific medication to the quick medication outlet to meet the patient's immediate needs.

[0015] Furthermore, to ensure the stability and safety of the temporary storage cabinet, this utility model utilizes an electromagnetic locking mechanism. When the temporary storage cabinet is correctly positioned, the electromagnet and the iron attraction plate magnetically lock the cabinet, preventing it from moving or falling out during the dispensing process. If the temporary storage cabinet needs to be removed for maintenance or cleaning, simply disconnect the electromagnet power supply, and the magnetic attraction will be disabled, allowing it to be easily removed.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: the present invention significantly improves the efficiency of dispensing medicines by embedding the temporary storage cabinet into the integrated design of the automatic medicine dispensing machine, reduces manual operation and waiting time, and thus improves the efficiency of the overall medicine dispensing process. The automated drug delivery and temporary storage process reduces the possibility of human error and ensures the accuracy of drug dispensing; at the same time, the integrated design optimizes the use of pharmacy space and avoids the problem of independent temporary storage cabinets taking up additional space. Through intelligent management and status indicator lights, pharmacy staff can quickly identify and handle the status of medicines, further reducing manual intervention; in addition, the setting of the quick medicine outlet meets the need for quick medication in emergency situations and improves the patient's medical experience; the application of the electromagnetic locking mechanism not only ensures the stability and safety of the temporary storage cabinet, but also facilitates the maintenance and cleaning of the equipment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 It is a front structural schematic diagram of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the housing of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure at A in the middle;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the temporary storage cabinet of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the temporary storage cabinet and the shell of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure at B in the middle;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the medicine frame of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 8This is a schematic diagram of the communication connection of the medicine temporary storage device of the automatic medicine dispensing machine of the present utility model;

[0025] In the figure: outer shell 1, central controller 2, HIS system 3, opening 4, temporary storage cabinet 5, temporary storage compartment 6, status display light 7, medicine frame 8, RFID tag 9, RFID card reader 10, electromagnet 11, iron adsorption plate 12, straight pulley 13, six-section track 14, baffle 15, human-computer interaction touch screen 16, quick medicine outlet 17. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention clearer and more understandable, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and technical solutions.

[0027] Example 1

[0028] See also Figures 1-8 , a medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine, comprising an outer shell 1 of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and a central controller 2. The central controller 2 controls the overall operation of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and is connected to a hospital HIS system 3 for communication to receive electronic prescriptions. An opening 4 is provided in the middle of the front end of the outer shell 1, and a temporary storage cabinet 5 is embedded in the opening 4. The temporary storage cabinet 5 is slidably connected to the outer shell 1 and fixed to the outer shell 1 by an electromagnetic locking mechanism. A plurality of temporary storage grids 6 arranged in a matrix are provided inside the temporary storage cabinet 5, and a status display light 7 for displaying the status of the temporary storage grid 6 is provided at the front end of each temporary storage grid 6. A medicine frame 8 for placing medicine is provided in each temporary storage grid 6, and an RFID tag 9 is attached to each medicine frame 8. An RFID card reader 10 matching the RFID tag 9 is embedded in the bottom of each temporary storage grid 6, and the RFID card reader 10 and the status display light 7 are both connected to the central controller 2 for communication.

[0029] Specifically, the electromagnetic locking mechanism includes an electromagnet 11 arranged at the top of the front end opening 4 of the outer shell 1, and an iron adsorption plate 12 arranged at the top of the temporary storage cabinet 5 corresponding to the electromagnet 11. The electromagnet 11 and the iron plate realize the locking and unlocking of the temporary storage cabinet 5 through magnetic force.

[0030] Specifically, a straight pulley is provided at the bottom of the temporary storage cabinet 5 , and the top of the temporary storage cabinet 5 is slidably connected to the top of the front opening 4 of the outer shell 1 via a six-section rail 14 .

[0031] Furthermore, a baffle 15 is provided on the lower side of the rear port of the temporary storage compartment 6 to prevent the medicine frame 8 from sliding out.

[0032] Specifically, the status display light 7 consists of a red light and a green light.

[0033] Furthermore, the outer shell 1 is provided with a human-computer interaction touch screen 16 which is in communication with the central controller 2 and is used for manually inputting or modifying drug temporary storage instructions and displaying the status and prescription information of each temporary storage grid 6 .

[0034] Furthermore, a quick medicine outlet 17 is provided at the front end of the outer shell 1 , and a medicine frame 8 is provided in the quick medicine outlet 17 .

[0035] Working Principle: During use, the hospital's HIS system 3 transmits the paid electronic prescription information to the central controller 2 of the automatic medication dispensing machine. Central controller 2 immediately analyzes the prescription content and dispatches the mechanical dispensing mechanism of the medication dispensing machine based on the medication information. During this process, central controller 2 first designates an empty temporary storage compartment 6 containing a medication frame 8 as the medication receiving temporary storage compartment 6;

[0036] The mechanical medicine-taking mechanism of the medicine dispensing machine takes out the required medicines one by one according to the medicine information on the prescription, and transports them to the medicine frame 8 in the designated temporary storage compartment 6 of the temporary storage cabinet 5 through the medicine conveying device of the automatic medicine dispensing machine. When all the medicines in a single prescription are dispensed and placed in the medicine frame 8, the central controller 2 controls the status display light 7 at the front end of the corresponding temporary storage compartment 6 so that only the green indicator light is on; if only part of the medicine in the prescription is dispensed by the medicine dispensing machine and needs to be manually replenished, the central controller 2 controls the green and red indicator lights to light up at the same time.

[0037] When a patient arrives at the pharmacy to pick up medicine, the pharmacy staff, based on the status of the temporary storage compartment 6, prescription information, and the indication of the display light displayed on the human-computer interactive touch screen, takes out a medicine frame 8 from the corresponding temporary storage compartment 6, and replenishes the missing medicine in the medicine frame 8 that needs to be manually replenished. After manual verification, the medicine is given to the patient who came to pick up the medicine, and an empty medicine frame 8 is placed in the temporary storage compartment 6. During this process, when a medicine frame 8 is taken out of the temporary storage compartment 6, the central controller 2 controls the status display light 7 at the front end of the temporary storage compartment 6 to go out, and the temporary storage compartment is in a state of stopping dispensing medicine. When an empty medicine frame 8 is placed in the temporary storage compartment 6, the red indicator light comes on, and the temporary storage compartment 6 is in a state of waiting for dispensing medicine.

[0038] During the medication process, if there is an emergency situation where the patient needs to jump the queue or take medication temporarily, the staff can use the human-computer interactive touch screen 16 to quickly send the specific medication to the quick medication outlet 17 to meet the patient's immediate needs.

[0039] Furthermore, to ensure the stability and safety of the temporary storage cabinet 5, the present invention employs an electromagnetic locking mechanism. When the temporary storage cabinet 5 is properly positioned, the electromagnet 11 and the iron attraction plate 12 magnetically lock the temporary storage cabinet 5, preventing it from moving or falling out during the dispensing process. If the temporary storage cabinet 5 needs to be removed for maintenance or cleaning, simply disconnect the power to the electromagnet 11, and the magnetic attraction will cease, allowing it to be easily removed.

Claims

1. A medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine, comprising an outer shell (1) of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and a central controller (2), wherein the central controller (2) controls the overall operation of the automatic medicine dispensing machine and is connected to a hospital HIS system (3) for communication to receive electronic prescriptions, characterized in that: An opening (4) is provided at the middle of the front end of the outer shell (1), and a temporary storage cabinet (5) is embedded in the opening (4). The temporary storage cabinet (5) is slidably connected to the outer shell (1) and fixed to the outer shell (1) by an electromagnetic locking mechanism. A plurality of temporary storage compartments (6) arranged in a matrix are provided inside the temporary storage cabinet (5), and a status display light (7) for displaying the status of the temporary storage compartment (6) is provided at the front end of each temporary storage compartment (6). A medicine frame (8) for placing medicine is provided in each temporary storage compartment (6), and an RFID tag (9) is attached to each medicine frame (8). An RFID card reader (10) matching the RFID tag (9) is embedded at the bottom of each temporary storage compartment (6), and the RFID card reader (10) and the status display light (7) are both communicatively connected to the central controller (2).

2. A medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The electromagnetic locking mechanism comprises an electromagnet (11) arranged at the top of the front opening (4) of the outer shell (1), and an iron adsorption plate (12) arranged at the top of the temporary storage cabinet (5) and corresponding to the electromagnet (11). The electromagnet (11) and the iron plate achieve locking and unlocking of the temporary storage cabinet (5) through magnetic action.

3. The medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the temporary storage cabinet (5) is provided with a straight pulley, and the top of the temporary storage cabinet (5) is slidably connected to the top of the front opening (4) of the outer shell (1) via a six-section rail (14).

4. The medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: A baffle (15) is provided on the lower side of the rear port of the temporary storage compartment (6) for preventing the medicine frame (8) from sliding out.

5. The medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The status display light (7) consists of a red light and a green light.

6. The medicine temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer shell (1) is also provided with a human-machine interactive touch screen (16) in communication with the central controller (2), for manually inputting or modifying drug temporary storage instructions and displaying the status and prescription information of each temporary storage cell (6).

7. The temporary storage device for an automatic medicine dispensing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front end of the outer shell (1) is further provided with a quick medicine outlet (17), and a medicine frame (8) is provided inside the quick medicine outlet (17).

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