Medicine box and medicine storage device

By incorporating dividers and detachable connecting parts within the pillbox, the problem of existing pillboxes being unable to store multiple medications simultaneously is solved, enabling convenient carrying and management, and improving both efficiency and aesthetics.

CN224156039UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-24ANHUI YILIN PLASTIC IND TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ANHUI YILIN PLASTIC IND TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-12-10
Publication Date
2026-04-24

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing pillboxes are designed to be small and easy to carry, but they cannot store multiple medications at the same time, making them inconvenient to carry and retrieve.

Method used

Design a medicine box with multiple partitions inside to divide the space into multiple sub-medicine box storage chambers. The lid and body are locked together by a detachable connecting component. It can support the storage of multiple traditional sub-medicine box bodies. The body and lid are semi-cylindrical for easy portability, and support feet increase stability.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient carrying and management of various medications, improves efficiency, enhances the protective and aesthetic features of the box, and reduces the risk of medication waste.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a medicine box and a medicine storage device, and relates to the technical field of storage containers. An opening is formed in the top of the box; one side edge of the box cover is hinged with one side edge of the box body for opening or closing the opening; a first connecting part is arranged on the box cover; a second connecting part detachably connected with the first connecting part is arranged on the box body; when the opening is closed by the box cover, the first connecting part is connected with the second connecting part; a plurality of partition plates are arranged in the box body and used for dividing the space in the box body into a plurality of sub medicine box storage cavities. The medicine box can be used for storing a plurality of traditional sub medicine box bodies, so that the plurality of sub medicine box bodies are convenient to carry and manage, and the use is more convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of storage container technology, and more particularly to medicine boxes and medicine storage devices. Background Technology

[0002] With the fast pace and increasing complexity of modern life, people often need to take multiple medications simultaneously. This is especially true for the elderly, patients with chronic diseases, or those requiring multiple medications for treatment. However, medicine boxes on the market are usually designed to be compact for portability and ease of use, and the number of different types of medications they can hold is relatively limited. For example, a common double-layered medicine box has one layer for each type of medication.

[0003] When users need to carry more than two types of medication at once, they need to use multiple pillboxes, which is not only inconvenient to carry but also difficult to access. Therefore, there is an urgent need to provide a solution to these problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the purpose of this application is to provide a medicine box and a medicine storage device to solve the technical problem of inconvenience in carrying and taking out multiple medicine boxes.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, this application provides a medicine box, including a box body and a box lid;

[0006] The box body has an opening at the top;

[0007] One edge of the lid is hinged to one edge of the body, for opening or closing the opening;

[0008] The box lid is provided with a first connecting part;

[0009] The box body is provided with a second connecting part that is detachably connected to the first connecting part;

[0010] When the lid closes the opening, the first connecting part connects with the second connecting part;

[0011] The box is equipped with multiple partitions to divide the space inside the box into multiple sub-medicine box storage cavities.

[0012] Furthermore, the first connecting part is a snap-fit ​​part;

[0013] The first connecting part is provided with a fastening groove;

[0014] The second connecting part is a protrusion that can be movably inserted into the buckle groove.

[0015] Furthermore, the second connecting part is a snap-fit ​​part;

[0016] The second connecting part is provided with a fastening groove;

[0017] The first connecting part is a protrusion that can be movably inserted into the buckle groove.

[0018] Furthermore, the lid is hinged to the box body via a hinge.

[0019] Furthermore, the hinge is integrally connected to the box lid and the box body.

[0020] Furthermore, the box body and the box lid are made of plastic material.

[0021] Furthermore, both the box body and the box lid are semi-cylindrical, so that the connected box body and the box lid form a cylindrical whole.

[0022] Furthermore, the bottom of the box is provided with support feet.

[0023] Furthermore, the support legs have a ring-shaped structure and there are at least two of them;

[0024] At least two of the support legs are spaced apart along the length of the box.

[0025] This application also discloses a medicine storage device, including multiple sub-medicine box bodies and the medicine box;

[0026] The sub-medicine box bodies are placed one-to-one into the sub-medicine box storage cavity of the medicine box.

[0027] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the medicine box designed in this application includes a box body and a lid, wherein the box body and the lid are hinged and used to open or close the opening. When closed, the first connecting part and the second connecting part can be connected and cooperate to lock the box body and protect the inside of the box body. Multiple partitions are provided inside the box body, which divide the internal space of the box body into multiple sub-medicine box storage cavities for storing the sub-medicine box bodies. This medicine box can be used to store multiple traditional sub-medicine box bodies, facilitating the carrying and management of multiple sub-medicine box bodies and making it more convenient to use. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 A first-view perspective perspective view of the medicine box provided in this application;

[0030] Figure 2A second-view perspective perspective view of the medicine box provided in this application;

[0031] In the diagram: 1. Box lid; 10. Hinge; 11. First connecting part; 12. Snap groove; 2. Box body; 21. Second connecting part; 22. Partition; 23. Sub-medicine box storage cavity; 24. Support foot. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the embodiments of this application.

[0033] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0034] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a replaceable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0035] This application discloses a medicine box.

[0036] Please see Figure 1 One embodiment of the medicine box provided in this application includes:

[0037] Box body 2 and box lid 1.

[0038] The top of the box body 2 has an opening; one side edge of the lid 1 is hinged to one side edge of the box body 2 for opening or closing the opening.

[0039] The lid 1 is provided with a first connecting part 11, and the body 2 is provided with a second connecting part 21 that is detachably connected to the first connecting part 11; when the lid 1 is closed, the first connecting part 11 is connected to the second connecting part 21.

[0040] The box body 2 is hinged to the lid 1 and is used to open or close the opening. When closed, it can be locked by the connection and cooperation of the first connecting part 11 and the second connecting part 21 to protect the inside of the box body 2. Specifically, when the box body 2 and the lid 1 are locked closed by the first connecting part 11 and the second connecting part 21, it can effectively prevent the items inside the box from falling out accidentally.

[0041] The box body 2 has multiple partitions 22 to divide the space inside the box body 2 into multiple sub-medicine box storage cavities 23 for storing the sub-medicine box bodies. The number of partitions 22 depends on the number of sub-medicine box storage cavities 23 that need to be created. For example, if seven sub-medicine box storage cavities 23 are required, then six partitions 22 are provided. The partitions 22 can be integrally formed with the box body 2, reducing assembly steps. The size and shape of the medicine box storage cavity are specifically designed to vary according to the shape and size of the sub-medicine box bodies to be placed. For example, if the sub-medicine box body is cylindrical, then the sub-medicine box storage cavity 23 is a semi-cylindrical cavity, and the corresponding box lid 1 also has a semi-cylindrical inner cavity adapted to accommodate the placement of the sub-medicine box bodies.

[0042] The pillbox designed in this application can be used to store multiple traditional sub-pillboxes, making it easier to carry and manage multiple sub-pillboxes and more convenient to use.

[0043] The above is Embodiment 1 of the medicine box provided in this application. The following is Embodiment 2 of the medicine box provided in this application. Please refer to the following for details. Figures 1 to 2 .

[0044] Based on the solution of Embodiment 1 above:

[0045] Furthermore, the first connecting part 11 is a snap-fit ​​part, and the first connecting part 11 is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove 12; correspondingly, the second connecting part 21 is a protrusion part, which can be movably snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove 12.

[0046] The engagement of the snap-fit ​​part and the protrusion makes the connection and separation of the lid 1 and the box body 2 more convenient. Simply align the protrusion with the latching groove 12 and apply appropriate pressure to lock it in place. To open, simply pull the lid 1 slightly to disengage the protrusion from the latching groove 12. No complicated tools or tedious steps are required, significantly saving time in opening and closing the box body 2 and improving daily efficiency. Its structural design allows users to open and close the lid 1 with only one hand. For example, in some scenarios, the user's other hand may be holding other items or performing other operations; this one-handed operation feature greatly facilitates the user, making the storage and retrieval of items more flexible and convenient.

[0047] Furthermore, the second connecting part 21 can be a snap-fit ​​part, and the second connecting part 21 is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove 12; correspondingly, the first connecting part 11 is a protrusion that can be movably snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove 12.

[0048] Furthermore, the lid 1 is hinged to the box body 2 via hinge 10. The hinge 10 allows the lid 1 to rotate relatively flexibly around the pivot of the hinge 10, achieving smooth opening and closing operations.

[0049] Furthermore, the 10 hinges are integrally connected to the lid 1 and the body 2. This integral connection eliminates potential gaps or loosening between the 10 hinges and the lid 1 and body 2, forming a tight and stable overall structure. During manufacturing, this integral connection design can be completed in one step using specific molding processes (such as injection molding), reducing subsequent assembly steps such as assembling the 10 hinges, improving production efficiency, and also reducing production costs to some extent, making the product more price-competitive in the market.

[0050] Furthermore, the box body 2 and the lid 1 are made of food-grade plastic material. The plastic material has a certain strength and toughness, and can withstand a certain degree of external impact, compression and friction, and is not easily broken, deformed or damaged during daily use.

[0051] Furthermore, a first magnetic strip can be laid on the bottom surface of the sub-pillbox storage cavity 2323, and a second magnetic strip that cooperates with the first magnetic strip can be set on the bottom of the sub-pillbox body, so that the sub-pillbox body is more securely placed in the sub-pillbox storage cavity. Due to the guiding and fixing effect of the magnetic strip, the sub-pillbox is placed more stably and reliably in the storage cavity, reducing the possibility of the sub-pillbox being accidentally opened due to improper placement or accidental contact. This is crucial for some medicines that require strict airtight storage (such as medicines that are susceptible to moisture, oxidation, or volatility), effectively maintaining the storage environment and quality of the medicines, and reducing the risk of medicine waste or deterioration due to mishandling.

[0052] Furthermore, both the box body 2 and the lid 1 are semi-cylindrical, forming a cylindrical whole when connected. This cylindrical design offers a unique advantage in terms of space utilization; during transport, it fits better into round or curved corners, reducing space waste compared to square boxes. The semi-cylindrical combination creates a cylindrical appearance that is simple, smooth, and elegant. Its soft lines and lack of sharp edges give it a more modern and stylish look compared to traditional square or rectangular boxes, allowing it to stand out among numerous products, attract consumers' attention, meet the growing demand for aesthetically pleasing products, enhance the overall product image and market competitiveness, and is suitable for various scenarios with high requirements for appearance design.

[0053] Furthermore, taking the case where both the box body 2 and the lid 1 are semi-cylindrical, the bottom of the box body 2 is provided with support feet 24 so that it can be placed flat on a table or other surface.

[0054] Furthermore, the support foot 24 is designed as a ring structure, which increases the contact area with the support surface, improving the support's stability while also reducing material usage (compared to a block structure design). The support foot 24 can be integrally molded into the bottom of the box body 2, making processing more convenient. Moreover, at least two support feet are designed, spaced apart along the length of the box body 2, with the bottom surface furthest from the box body 2 being a flat surface, sufficient to ensure a flat and snug fit against the support surface, without any restrictions.

[0055] This application also discloses a medicine storage device, including multiple sub-medicine box bodies and a medicine box, wherein each sub-medicine box body is placed into a sub-medicine box storage cavity 23 of the medicine box.

[0056] The above provides a detailed description of the medicine box and medicine storage device provided in this application. For those skilled in the art, based on the ideas of the embodiments of this application, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. A medicine box, characterized in that, Includes the box body (2) and the box lid (1); The top of the box (2) is provided with an opening; One edge of the lid (1) is hinged to one edge of the body (2) for opening or closing the opening; The lid (1) is provided with a first connecting part (11); The box body (2) is provided with a second connecting part (21) that is detachably connected to the first connecting part (11); When the box cover (1) closes the opening, the first connecting part (11) is connected to the second connecting part (21); The box body (2) is provided with multiple partitions (22) to divide the space inside the box body (2) into multiple sub-medicine box storage cavities (23) into which the sub-medicine box bodies are placed one by one. The bottom surface of the medicine box storage cavity (23) is provided with a first magnetic strip, which is used to magnetically engage with the second magnetic strip provided at the bottom of the medicine box body.

2. The medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first connecting part (11) is a snap-fit ​​part; The first connecting part (11) is provided with a fastening groove (12); The second connecting part (21) is a protrusion that can be movably inserted into the buckle groove (12).

3. The medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second connecting part (21) is a snap-fit ​​part; The second connecting part (21) is provided with a fastening groove (12); The first connecting part (11) is a protrusion that can be movably inserted into the buckle groove (12).

4. The medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lid (1) is hinged to the body (2) via a hinge (10).

5. The medicine box according to claim 4, characterized in that, The hinge (10) is integrally connected to the box cover (1) and the box body (2).

6. The medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box body (2) and the box lid (1) are made of plastic material.

7. The medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the box body (2) and the box cover (1) are semi-cylindrical, so that the connected box body (2) and the box cover (1) form a cylindrical whole.

8. The medicine box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the box (2) is provided with support feet (24).

9. The medicine box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The support feet (24) are in the form of a ring, and there are at least two of them; At least two of the support feet (24) are spaced apart along the length of the box (2).

10. A medicine storage device, characterized in that, It includes multiple sub-medicine box bodies and a medicine box as described in any one of claims 1 to 9; The sub-medicine box body is placed one by one into the sub-medicine box storage cavity (23) of the medicine box.