A medicine bottle for storing different expiration date medicines

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of medical equipment, specifically designs a kind of medicine bottle for different expiration date medicine storage, including bottle body, the top of bottle body is provided with medicine inlet, the bottom of bottle body is provided with medicine outlet, and the medicine outlet is provided with medicine cover, the medicine inlet is provided with medicine cover, support shaft is provided in the bottle body, and conveying thread is fixedly arranged on the support shaft;Several medicine storage boxes are provided in the bottle body.The utility model arranges medicine according to expiration date, and it is convenient for patient to take medicine according to expiration date, and it is convenient to store according to expiration date.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of medical equipment, specifically relating to a medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives. Background Technology

[0002] In the fields of drug administration and patient medication adherence, ensuring that patients take medications at the correct dosage and within their expiration date has always been a significant technical challenge. Traditional medicine bottles typically use a simple container structure, mixing multiple doses of medication in a single chamber. When patients need to take the same medication long-term, there are often bottles from different production batches and with different expiration dates. Patients must manually identify the bottle with the closest expiration date and use it first, or manually pour newly purchased medication into an older bottle. This process easily leads to mixing medications with different expiration dates, increasing the risk of accidentally taking expired medications, such as vitamin C and vitamin D, which may become ineffective after their expiration date and must be taken according to the expiration date.

[0003] Chinese utility model patent CN204246493U discloses a portable smart medicine bottle, including a cap and a bottle body. The cap features an anti-slip texture, a power indicator light on its upper side, a power switch to the right of the indicator light, a battery cover to the right of the power switch, a Bluetooth transmission port to the right of the battery cover, a medicine instructions display panel on the outer side of the bottle body, a medicine quantity display panel to the right of the instructions display panel, a charging port above the quantity display panel, and a medicine dispensing spout with a switch to the right of the spout. This medicine bottle stores medicines through multiple independent storage compartments with multiple outlets, making it difficult for patients to distinguish the required medications and differentiate between medications with different expiration dates, increasing the risk of incorrect dosage. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a medicine bottle for storing medicines with different expiration dates, thereby solving the problem in the prior art of difficulty in distinguishing and administering medicines with different expiration dates.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives includes a bottle body, a medicine inlet at the top of the bottle body, a medicine outlet at the bottom of the bottle body, a medicine outlet cap on the medicine outlet, a medicine inlet cap on the medicine inlet, a support shaft inside the bottle body, a conveying thread fixedly provided on the support shaft, and a plurality of medicine storage boxes inside the bottle body.

[0006] Preferably, the cross-section of the medicine storage box is rectangular.

[0007] Preferably, the length of the medicine storage box is arc-shaped.

[0008] Preferably, the bottle body is provided with a moisture-proof layer inside.

[0009] Preferably, both ends of the support shaft are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the bottle.

[0010] Preferably, the bottle body is provided with an indicator arrow.

[0011] Preferably, the medicine storage box has a slot into which a medication card can be inserted.

[0012] Preferably, a limiting plate is provided at the medicine inlet.

[0013] Preferably, the first end of the support shaft is disposed at the bottom of the bottle body via a bottom bearing, the second end of the support shaft extends upwards out of the bottle body and is located outside the bottle body, a handle is fixedly disposed at the second end of the support shaft, and a top bearing is disposed between the support shaft and the top of the bottle body.

[0014] Preferably, the portion of the support shaft located outside the bottle body is provided with a locking block, and a limiting groove is provided on the top of the bottle body corresponding to the locking block position.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: Medicines are stored in individual storage boxes on a conveyor spiral. Each storage box can clearly correspond to a batch or expiration date of the medicine, avoiding the problem of mixing medicines with different expiration dates. The mandatory first-in-first-out (FIFO) system ensures that the earliest batch of medicines put in is conveyed to the inlet first, reducing the risk of medicines being wasted due to expiration. Individual medicine storage boxes physically separate different batches of medicines, preventing accidental mixing and cross-contamination of powders, fragments, or different batches of medicines; The medicine storage box has slots that allow you to insert medication cards with key information such as the drug name, dosage, batch number, and expiration date. This makes the information visual and easy to quickly identify and track, reducing the risk of medication errors. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives, according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model. Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a medicine bottle used for storing medicines with different shelf lives when replenishing medicines, according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives, according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model; Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives when the medicine storage bottle is removed, according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives, according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a limiting groove for storing drugs with different shelf lives, according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model; Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a conveying thread for storing medicines with different shelf lives, according to Embodiment 3 of this utility model.

[0017] The components are: 1. Bottle body; 2. Inlet; 3. Inlet cap; 4. Rotary handle; 5. Support shaft; 6. Outlet; 7. Outlet cap; 8. Storage box; 9. Bottom bearing; 10. Top bearing; 11. Conveying thread; 13. Locking block; 14. Limiting groove; 15. Limiting plate. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other.

[0019] The following detailed description is exemplary and intended to provide further detailed explanation of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, all technical terms used in this invention have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terminology used in this invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present invention.

[0020] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more. In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable 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 this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0021] Example 1 like Figures 1-4 As shown, a medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives includes a bottle body 1. The top of the bottle body 1 is provided with a medicine inlet 2, and the bottom of the bottle body 1 is provided with a medicine outlet 6. The medicine outlet 6 is provided with a medicine outlet cap 7, and the medicine inlet 2 is provided with a medicine inlet cap 3 for sealing the inside of the bottle body 1 during storage. A support shaft 5 is provided inside the bottle body 1, and a conveying thread 11 is fixedly provided on the support shaft 5. Several medicine storage boxes 8 are provided inside the bottle body 1, which can slide down along the conveying thread 11 to increase the travel path of the medicine storage boxes 8, thereby enabling the storage of a larger number of medicine storage boxes 8. As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the support shaft 5 can be fixed or rotatable. When the support shaft 5 is rotatable, a corresponding limiting mechanism is provided on the bottle body 1 so that the rotation angle of the support shaft 5 is controllable.

[0022] As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the cross-section of the medicine storage box 8 is rectangular, which is adapted to the thread groove formed by the conveying thread 11. The length direction of the medicine storage box 8 is arc-shaped, which can fit the edge change of the conveying thread 11, ensuring that the medicine moves smoothly during the rotational conveying process and reducing the risk of jamming, wear and breakage.

[0023] As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the height of the medicine storage box 8 is less than the spacing of the conveying threads 11.

[0024] As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the bottle body 1 is provided with a moisture-proof layer inside.

[0025] As a preferred example of the above embodiment, the bottle body 1 is provided with an indicator arrow to remind the patient of the location of the medicine dispensing port 6.

[0026] As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the medicine storage box 8 has a slot in which a medication card can be inserted to remind the patient to take the medication correctly, facilitate quick identification and tracking of medication information, and reduce the risk of medication errors.

[0027] As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the bottle body 1 is made of transparent material.

[0028] As a preferred example of the above embodiment, a limiting plate 15 is provided at the medicine outlet 6. When the medicine storage box 8 moves to the medicine outlet 6, the limiting plate 15 can limit the sliding medicine storage box 8. After the corresponding medicine storage box 8 is taken out, the subsequent medicine storage boxes 8 will continue to slide out, which is convenient for taking medicine in sequence.

[0029] In use, place the required amount of medication into the same storage box 8. Push the storage box 8 into the bottle 1 through the inlet 2 at the top and slide it down along the conveying thread 11. When the patient needs medication, open the dispensing cap 7 to remove the storage box 8 from the dispensing port 6, and retrieve the required medication from the storage box 8. This allows for the dispensing of medications with different expiration dates. Medications are fed into the bottle 1 through the inlet 2 at the top, in order of expiration date. The dispensing port 6 at the bottom of the bottle 1 dispenses medications with closer expiration dates first, followed by fresher medications from the inlet 2.

[0030] A desiccant can also be placed inside the medicine storage box 8 to keep the inside of the bottle 1 dry.

[0031] Example 2 Example 2 is a preferred embodiment, such as Figures 5-6 As shown, the first end of the support shaft 5 is set at the bottom of the bottle body 1 through the bottom bearing 9, the second end of the support shaft 5 extends upward out of the bottle body 1 and is located outside the bottle body 1, the second end of the support shaft 5 is fixedly provided with a handle 4, and a top bearing 10 is provided between the support shaft 5 and the top of the bottle body 1.

[0032] As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the top bearing 10 is a sealed bearing, and the bottom bearing 9 is a sealed bearing.

[0033] As a preferred example of the above embodiment, the portion of the support shaft 5 located outside the bottle body 1 is provided with a locking block 13, and the top of the bottle body 1 is provided with a limiting groove 14 corresponding to the locking block 13. The locking block 13, in conjunction with the limiting groove 14, can limit the rotation angle of the support shaft 5, and make fine adjustments to the angle of the support column 5 to prevent the medicine storage box 8 from being difficult to be delivered from the medicine outlet 2 due to excessive rotation angle.

[0034] As a preferred example of the above embodiments, the arc-shaped groove of the limiting groove has a central angle of 5-10°, and the specific size and angle can be set according to actual needs.

[0035] When in use, turn the handle 4. The turn of the handle 4 drives the support shaft 5 to rotate, and the rotation of the support shaft 5 drives the conveying thread 11 to rotate, increasing the moving speed of the medicine storage box 8 and preventing it from getting stuck.

[0036] Example 3 Example 3 is a preferred example, such as Figure 7 As shown, the support shaft 5 is provided with two conveying threads 11 to form two independent conveying channels. It is also provided with two medicine inlets 2 and two medicine outlets 6, so that one bottle 1 can store two types of medicines, such as medicines to be taken in the morning and evening, or medicines to be taken before or after meals, thus making it more widely applicable.

[0037] In addition, the number of delivery threads 11 can be set to more than two, enabling the matching of more types of drugs.

[0038] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0039] As is known from common technical knowledge, this utility model can be implemented through other embodiments that do not depart from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the disclosed embodiments described above are merely illustrative in all respects and are not the only ones. All modifications within the scope of this utility model or its equivalents are included in this utility model.

Claims

1. A vial for storage of different shelf-life medicaments, characterized in that, The device includes a bottle body (1), with a medicine inlet (2) at the top and a medicine outlet (6) at the bottom. A medicine outlet cap (7) is provided on the medicine outlet (6), and a medicine inlet cap (3) is provided on the medicine inlet (2). A support shaft (5) is provided inside the bottle body (1), with both ends of the support shaft (5) fixedly connected to the inner wall of the bottle body (1). A conveying thread (11) is fixedly provided on the support shaft (5). Several medicine storage boxes (8) are provided inside the bottle body (1). The medicine storage boxes (8) are slidably disposed in the threaded groove formed by the conveying thread (11). The cross-section of the medicine storage box (8) is rectangular, and the length direction of the medicine storage box (8) is arc-shaped.

2. The vial for storage of different expiration date drugs according to claim 1, wherein, The bottle body (1) has a moisture-proof layer inside.

3. The vial for storage of drugs with different shelf lives as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The bottle body (1) is provided with an indicator arrow.

4. The medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The medicine storage box (8) has a slot in which a medicine card can be inserted.

5. The medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A limiting plate (15) is provided at the medicine outlet (6).

6. The medicine bottle for storing medicines with different shelf lives as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The height of the medicine storage box (8) is less than the spacing of the conveying threads (11).

7. The vial for storage of drug products of different shelf life as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The bottle body (1) is made of transparent material.

8. The vial for storage of drug products of different shelf life as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The support shaft (5) is provided with two conveying threads (11) to form two independent conveying channels. The bottle body (1) is provided with two medicine inlets (2) and two medicine outlets (6).

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