One-handed-openable medication pouch with memo section and repositionable adhesive

Abstract

The present invention relates to a one-hand openable medicine bag equipped with a memo section and a reattachable adhesive section. Specifically, the invention relates to a memo-capable medicine bag in which a memo section, having an adhesive section on a portion of the back surface that is repeatedly detachable and attachable to an attachment target surface including a vertical surface, and a medicine storage section, formed integrally with the bottom of the memo section and having a sealed space for storing medicine inside, are integrated on a single sheet. Furthermore, the invention falls under the field of medication management packaging technology, comprising a configuration in which a perforation line or a fine perforation line and a notch are arranged at the boundary to allow the medicine storage section to be opened by pulling it with one hand while attached, a structure of a front transparent film and a back colored film and fluorescent markings are used to enhance visibility and content identification, and the bag is provided in a bundled form through pad lamination and release coating.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a one-hand openable medicine bag equipped with a memo section and a reattachable adhesive section. Specifically, the invention relates to a memo-capable medicine bag in which a memo section, having an adhesive section on a portion of the back surface that is repeatedly detachable and attachable to an attachment target surface including a vertical surface, and a medicine storage section, formed integrally with the bottom of the memo section and having a sealed space for storing medicine inside, are integrated on a single sheet. Furthermore, the invention falls under the field of medication management packaging technology, comprising a configuration in which a perforation line or a fine perforation line and a notch are arranged at the boundary to allow the medicine storage section to be opened by pulling it with one hand while attached, a structure of a front transparent film and a back colored film and fluorescent markings are used to enhance visibility and content identification, and the bag is provided in a bundled form through pad lamination and release coating. Background Technology

[0002] In home, nursing facility, and hospital outpatient settings, problems such as failing to take medication at scheduled times or taking duplicate doses are frequent. In particular, for the elderly or patients with reduced upper limb muscle strength, the very act of grasping and opening a medication bag is burdensome, and omissions and confusion occur during the process of separately managing medication time notes.

[0003] While the paper medicine bags widely used in pharmacies are advantageous for labeling dosage instructions, they easily disappear from view once placed in a bag or drawer. Due to the lack of adhesive, they are difficult to attach to conspicuous locations such as refrigerator doors or entryway walls, resulting in insufficient reminders to take the medication.

[0004] While blister packaging and case-by-day storage are useful for protecting contents and organizing storage, they have limitations in providing visual reminders that can be easily attached to a desired location. Additionally, since blisters require forceful pressing of individual compartments to eject contents, they are inconvenient for users with weak hand strength and are prone to generating debris.

[0005] While using a notepad helps with schedule management and reminders, the separate nature of the notepad and medicine bag increases the risk of loss during transport. Temporarily taping the notepad to the medicine bag leaves adhesive marks or residue, and makes it difficult to frequently change its position.

[0006] While methods of recording information by attaching labels to the outer surface of medicine bags are known, adhesive labels generally have low reattachability and can cause surface damage. Applying labels over a wide area degrades the user experience by interfering with the opening process or hindering the identification of contents.

[0007] While features such as tear notches and micro-perforations are commonly used to aid opening, most are designed with the assumption that the packaging is held in one hand and opened with both hands. There is a lack of medicine bags optimized for safe, one-handed opening when attached to a vertical surface, such as a wall.

[0008] While the combination of transparent film for content identification and colored film for protection is widely used, medicine bags that systematically integrate high-contrast labeling, color schemes for attention-grabbing, memo space placement, and folding structures to facilitate the location and opening of perforations are rare. Furthermore, there is insufficient consideration for the balance of performance required to ensure sufficient support while minimizing residue and surface damage at the reattachable adhesive.

[0009] Consequently, there is a need for a medicine bag that simultaneously improves hygiene and visibility by integrating a memo function for medication reminders, a reattachable adhesive function, a one-hand opening structure when attached to a vertical surface, and pad-type management convenience. Prior art literature

[0010] Published Patent No. 10-2005-0020308 (Medicine bag doubles as a paper cup) The problem to be solved

[0011] The present invention aims to solve the following problems in order to solve the aforementioned problems.

[0012] The present invention provides a configuration that integrates a memo function and a drug storage function into a single medicine bag, allowing dosage information to be recorded and checked in the same location.

[0013] The present invention provides a medicine bag that is easy to change position and leaves no residue even when repeatedly attached and detached from a vertical surface, such as a refrigerator door or a wall, by providing a reattachable adhesive portion on a part of the back surface.

[0014] The present invention provides a medicine bag that can be safely and hygienically opened with one hand even when attached to a vertical surface by placing a perforation line at the boundary between the memo section and the medicine storage section, and configuring a folding line and a notch considering the tension direction.

[0015] The present invention provides a visual design that aids in medication recall by applying a transparent film to the front surface to enhance the identification of contents and a highly visible colored film to the back surface.

[0016] The present invention provides a user-friendly structure that reduces omissions and confusion in medication records by pre-printing information fields, such as name, time of administration, and date, in a memo section.

[0017] The present invention provides a bundle provision method advantageous for storage and distribution by preventing mutual adhesive interference through a pad shape in which a plurality of medicine bags are stacked vertically and a release coating on the front surface of the memo section.

[0018] The present invention provides a medicine bag that is advantageous for preventing counterfeiting and hygiene management, as it allows for intuitive verification of whether the bag has been opened through a breakage indication at the beginning of the notch and the fracture characteristics of the micro-perforation lines.

[0019] The present invention provides a medicine sachet capable of accommodating various tablet and capsule dosage ranges and enabling standardization of the manufacturing process by defining design variables such as material thickness, adhesive performance, and perforation pitch.

[0020] The problems solved by the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below. means of solving the problem

[0021] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a medicine bag capable of taking notes comprises: a note portion having an adhesive portion on a portion of the back surface that is repeatedly detachably attachable to an attachment target surface including a vertical surface; a medicine storage portion formed integrally with the bottom of the note portion and having a sealed space for storing medicine inside; and a perforation line formed at the boundary between the note portion and the medicine storage portion, which breaks when a user pulls the medicine storage portion while the note portion is attached to the attachment target surface, thereby separating the two portions, wherein the medicine bag is configured such that the medicine storage portion can be opened with one hand while the note portion is attached to the attachment target surface. Effects of the invention

[0022] The present invention can provide a configuration that integrates a memo function and a drug storage function into a single drug bag, allowing dosage information to be recorded and checked in the same location.

[0023] The present invention provides a medicine bag that can be easily repositioned and attached to a vertical surface, such as a refrigerator door or wall, without leaving residue, by providing a reattachable adhesive portion on a part of the back surface.

[0024] The present invention provides a medicine bag that can be safely and hygienically opened with one hand even when attached to a vertical surface by placing a perforation line at the boundary between the memo section and the medicine storage section, and configuring a folding line and a notch that take into account the tension direction.

[0025] The present invention can provide a visual design that aids in recalling medication by applying a transparent film to the front surface to enhance the identification of the contents and a highly visible colored film to the back surface.

[0026] The present invention can provide a user-friendly structure that reduces omissions and confusion in medication records by pre-printing information fields, such as name, time of administration, and date, in a memo section.

[0027] The present invention can provide a bundle provision method advantageous for storage and distribution while preventing mutual adhesive interference through a pad shape in which a plurality of medicine bags are stacked vertically and a release coating on the front surface of the memo section.

[0028] The present invention can provide a medicine bag that is advantageous for preventing counterfeiting and hygiene management by allowing intuitive confirmation of whether it has been opened through the breakage indication at the beginning of the notch and the fracture characteristics of the micro-perforation line.

[0029] The present invention can provide a medicine sachet capable of accommodating various tablet and capsule dosage ranges and standardizing the manufacturing process by defining design variables such as material thickness, adhesive performance, and perforation pitch.

[0030] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0031] FIG. 1 illustrates a conceptual diagram of a memo-capable medicine bag in which a memo section and a medicine storage section are integrally formed according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating the operation of a user pulling a drug storage compartment with one hand to open it while the drug bag of the present invention is attached to a vertical surface. Figure 3 shows an example of a one-hand opening operation when the medicine bag of the present invention is attached as a pad-type bundle. Figure 4 shows an example of a one-hand opening operation when the medicine bag of the present invention is attached as a single sheet. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0032] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention are described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. The present invention may be embodied in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0033] FIG. 1 illustrates a conceptual diagram of a memo-capable medicine bag in which a memo section and a medicine storage section are integrally formed according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] FIG. 1 conceptually illustrates a form in which an area for writing notes at the top and a storage compartment for holding medication at the bottom are connected seamlessly on a single sheet. The top of the sheet consists of a flat surface where the user can write information related to medication, such as name, time of administration, and date, and is an area where auxiliary markings, such as line marks or check boxes, can be printed.

[0035] The structure features an adhesive surface on a portion of the back of the memo area that allows for repeated attachment and detachment. It is desirable that this adhesive surface be designed to provide sufficient support to prevent it from falling off even when attached to vertical surfaces such as refrigerator doors, entrance walls, or mirrors, while minimizing surface damage or residue upon removal. A release liner can be applied to protect the adhesive surface during the shipping stage, and the configuration allows the user to attach it directly to the desired location after removing the liner.

[0036] The lower medication storage compartment is in the form of a pocket integrally connected to the memo area. It is desirable for the front to be made of a transparent film so that the type and quantity of medication inside can be visually checked. The rear may be composed of a colored film to block UV rays and improve visibility; by adopting highly conspicuous colors such as fluorescent shades, the structure can enhance the medication reminder effect. The perimeters of the two films are sealed via heat fusion or adhesive, ensuring that the medication inside is stored hygienically.

[0037] The structure features a perforation line formed at the boundary where the memo area and the drug storage compartment meet. The perforation line may consist of micro-perforations or shallow cuts, and it is desirable to design it so that it continuously breaks to separate the two sections when a user pulls the lower storage compartment downward. To facilitate the initiation of the perforation, the structure may be configured to concentrate tensile force by providing a notch on the side edge of the storage compartment or adding a fold line at the boundary.

[0038] FIG. 1 illustrates an example of a state in which tablets or capsules are stored inside a storage compartment of a medicine bag. The effective volume of the storage compartment can be designed to accommodate the quantity and size of the medication taken at once, and is typically configured to accommodate one to five tablets. The process flow follows a process in which filling is performed through an opening on the side or bottom, followed by final sealing.

[0039] FIG. 1 also suggests that multiple medicine bags can be provided in the form of a pad stacked vertically. The adhesive surface of the upper sheet is lightly attached to the front surface of the memo on the lower sheet to maintain a state of easy storage and portability, and the user can easily detach the upper sheet to use it as an individual sheet when necessary. The structure allows for the optional application of a release coating to the front surface of the memo on the lower sheet to prevent the adhesive surface of the upper sheet from sticking excessively.

[0040] The configuration is designed to be understood in the following sequence of use scenarios. The user attaches the medicine bag to a desired vertical surface and writes dosage information in the memo area. When it is time to take the medication, the user grasps the corner or notch of the storage compartment with their fingertips and pulls it downward. At this moment, the perforation line breaks, separating the compartment and creating an opening, allowing for the hygienic extraction of the medication. Since the memo area remains attached, it can be continuously used for marking dosage checks or adding notes.

[0041] It is desirable to round the outer corners to reduce hand injury to the user, and the front printing is structured to be expandable with dosage instructions or warning labels. This configuration of FIG. 1 illustrates the basic concept of a medicine bag that simultaneously ensures medication recall and hygiene by integrally implementing a memo function, a vertical surface attachment function, and a one-hand opening function.

[0042] FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating the operation of a user pulling a drug storage compartment with one hand to open it while the drug bag of the present invention is attached to a vertical surface.

[0043] FIG. 2 illustrates a scene in which a user grasps the lower drug storage compartment with one hand and pulls it downward while the medicine bag is attached to a vertical surface, such as a refrigerator door or a wall. The memo compartment is located at the top and serves the function of attachment and information recording, while the drug storage compartment is located at the bottom and becomes the target of the opening action.

[0044] A reattachable adhesive is formed on the back of the memo section, ensuring that the medicine bag is securely fixed to a vertical surface even while being opened. This adhesive features the performance of a pressure-sensitive adhesive capable of withstanding repeated attachment and detachment, and is designed to allow the user to change its position or reattach it.

[0045] The user grasps the bottom corner or side notch of the drug storage compartment with only their thumb and index finger and pulls downward. At this time, the perforation line located at the boundary between the drug storage compartment and the memo compartment aligns with the direction of tension, and stress is concentrated through the folding of the boundary. Since the perforation line consists of micro-perforations or shallow cuts, it fractures continuously; consequently, the upper part of the drug storage compartment splits open, forming an opening.

[0046] Once tearing begins, the rupture proceeds along the boundary line, allowing the user to extend the opening to the required length while maintaining the same hand motion. Due to the vertical attachment, the memo compartment remains in place without the need for support from the opposite hand, enabling one-handed opening. Gravity helps the medication inside the compartment collect at the bottom, allowing for hygienic extraction through the ruptured opening.

[0047] Since the memo section remains attached during the opening process, the user can immediately check whether the medication has been taken or note the time of the next dose. The medication storage section can be designed for single use, and it is desirable that the pitch and thickness of the perforation line be determined so that after opening, a small piece of residual film remains, making it easy to dispose of.

[0048] The operation scenario of FIG. 2 is an example showing how to replace unhygienic opening using two hands or teeth, and how to safely remove medicine for users with reduced upper limb strength or one-handed users. Through this operation, it explains that the medicine bag of the present invention is structured to enable one-hand opening while maintaining a highly visible memo function and a reattachment function.

[0049] Figure 3 shows an example of a one-hand opening operation when the medicine bag of the present invention is attached as a pad-type bundle.

[0050] FIG. 3 illustrates an example of opening the top sheet with one hand while a pad-type bundle, in which several medicine bags are stacked vertically, is attached to a vertical surface. The pad-type bundle is configured such that the top edges of each sheet are joined together by adhesive force, and the adhesive portion on the back of the top sheet is in direct contact with the wall surface to support the entire bundle. The user grasps the bottom corner or notch of the medicine storage section of the top sheet with their fingertips and pulls downward to initiate separation along the perforation line.

[0051] In the pad type, the subsequent medication bags waiting beneath the topmost bag act as a backing, which tends to prevent the sheet from curling upon opening. Consequently, tensile force is transmitted more stably to the boundary, facilitating continuous tearing. Once opened, the medication can be retrieved through the opening of the storage compartment, and since the memo section remains attached, it allows for marking whether the medication has been taken or writing down information for the next dose.

[0052] The top pill packet, once used, can be detached from the top edge for disposal or converted for use as a memo. At this point, the adhesive on the next page is exposed, and the user lightly presses the bundle to adhere the next page to the wall. A release coating can be applied to the front of the memo on the lower page to prevent excessive adhesion of the upper page's adhesive, thereby improving the separability of individual pages. The pad-type bundle is designed for operation where multiple pages—whether for a day or a week—are organized in one place for sequential use.

[0053] The provision of a single pad-type bundle enhances the efficiency of storage and distribution. Even when moving the entire medicine bag, the pads do not fall off one by one, and they can be easily reattached as a bundle when changing their position on a wall. This arrangement is advantageous for continuous use in visible locations such as home entrances, refrigerator doors, and hospital whiteboards.

[0054] Figure 4 shows an example of a one-hand opening operation when the medicine bag of the present invention is attached as a single sheet.

[0055] Figure 4 illustrates an example of a user opening a single medicine bag with one hand while it is individually attached to a vertical surface. In a single sheet, the adhesive portion on the back of the memo section comes into direct contact with the wall, so the balance between the adhesive area and the peel strength is important. The user grasps the bottom corner or notch of the medicine storage section with their fingertips and pulls downward. At this time, the perforation line at the boundary aligns with the tensile force, and the stress is concentrated by the folding, allowing the tearing to proceed smoothly.

[0056] When tearing begins, the fracture proceeds continuously along the boundary line, forming an opening at the top. The user extends the opening to the required length while maintaining the same hand motion and extracts the medication. Due to the vertical attachment, the memo section remains in place without the need for support from the opposite hand, allowing for one-handed opening even in a single-sheet state. Immediately after opening, gravity drives the medication inside the storage compartment toward the bottom, facilitating extraction.

[0057] The single pill packet offers high portability and placement flexibility. Users can attach it in various locations depending on the situation, such as a personal desk, bedside table, or bathroom mirror, and can easily detach and move it to another location with minimal traces when needed. The memo section remains even after opening, allowing it to be used to check whether the medication has been taken and to record the next dose time.

[0058] To ensure stable opening of a single medicine bag, it is desirable to set design variables, such as the perforation pitch of the perforation line, film thickness, and the length and position of the adhesive part, within an appropriate range. The shape of the notch can be implemented as a semicircular or V-shape, and its size and position can be optimized to suit the user's gripping convenience. With this configuration, the single bag provides a usage scenario for a medicine bag that simultaneously satisfies simple installation and rapid one-handed opening.

[0059] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a medicine bag capable of taking notes is provided. The medicine bag includes: a note portion having an adhesive portion on a portion of its back surface that is repeatedly detachably attachable to a surface to be attached, which includes a vertical surface; a medicine storage portion formed integrally with the bottom of the note portion and having a sealed space for storing medicine inside; and a perforation line formed at the boundary between the note portion and the medicine storage portion, which breaks when a user pulls the medicine storage portion while the note portion is attached to the surface to be attached, thereby separating the two portions. The medicine bag is configured so that the medicine storage portion can be opened with one hand while the note portion is attached to the surface to be attached.

[0060] This configuration is significant for its unique design, which combines a repeatedly detachable memo section and a medication storage section with a perforated line, allowing only the medication storage section to be detached and opened with one hand while attached to a specific location. This provides a multifaceted effect, allowing the medication bag to be attached to a visible place such as a refrigerator or monitor to ensure the medication time is not forgotten, conveniently detaching only the medication when taking it, and utilizing the remaining memo section to record whether the medication has been taken.

[0061] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the memo portion may be made of a rigid paper material formed such that the fiber orientation intersects with respect to the tensile direction. The drug storage portion may be made of a laminated film comprising a soft protective layer on the outside and a tensile resistance layer on the inside. The memo portion and the drug storage portion may be joined by heat-fusion lamination in a closed curved edge region that does not overlap with the perforation line, thereby inducing the user's tensile force to be concentrated at the perforation line.

[0062] This configuration specifically defines the materials and bonding methods constituting the medicine bag. Here, thermal fusion lamination refers to a bonding technology that melts and bonds different films by applying heat and pressure. The memory section is designed to withstand tension without tearing by having fiber orientations intersecting the tensile direction, and the drug storage section is configured to withstand both external impact and internal tensile force through a laminated structure of a soft protective layer and a tensile resistance layer.

[0063] This configuration has the effect of preventing deformation energy generated when a user pulls the drug storage compartment from being dispersed to other parts. As a result, most of the tensile force is concentrated at the cut line, which is the physically weakest point, enabling a very soft and predictable fracture with minimal force.

[0064] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the drug storage unit may have a structure in which a front transparent film and a matte opaque rear film are surface-bonded. The rear film may include a scattering layer with fine irregularities to enhance background contrast without blurring the outline of the characters in the memo unit. The front transparent film may include a stress-relieving layer that suppresses distortion or the occurrence of rainbow patterns, thereby enabling the user to simultaneously see memo information and the internal drug when the drug storage unit is superimposed on the memo unit.

[0065] This configuration enhances the optical properties of the drug storage film. Here, the scattering layer refers to a layer that disperses light in multiple directions, and the stress relaxation layer refers to a layer that prevents optical distortion by reducing internal stress generated during the film manufacturing process. The fine-rough scattering layer of the rear film induces diffuse reflection to create a glare-free background, and the stress relaxation layer of the front transparent film is designed to clearly project the interior without iridescent distortion even if the film is crumpled.

[0066] This configuration offers the technical advantage of providing users with optimal visibility. Users can clearly read the memo information on the back even when the medicine bag is overlapping the memo section, and simultaneously accurately perceive the shape and color of the internal medication through the front without distortion, enabling them to perfectly perform a final cross-check immediately before taking the medication.

[0067] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a reinforcing member including a crack-inhibiting rib and a sealed microcavity may be disposed at the end point of the cutting line. In the final stage of cutting, the reinforcing member may be destroyed and configured to simultaneously provide a tactile click sensation and a popping sound.

[0068] This configuration relates to a specific structure that tactilely signals the completion of an excavation. Here, a crack-stopping rib refers to a reinforcing structure that prevents crack propagation, and a microcavity refers to a small, empty space within. The design intentionally places a small fracture-inducing structure at the point where the excavation line ends, causing this section to burst during the final stage of the excavation process.

[0069] This configuration has the effect of generating a distinct tactile resistance (click) as the rib breaks when the structure is destroyed, and simultaneously producing a sharp popping sound as the sealed microcavity bursts. Through this, the user can clearly perceive that the drug storage compartment has been completely separated using only touch and hearing, without relying on sight.

[0070] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the perforation line may include a microperforation pattern consisting of micro-perforations and connecting bridges. It may form a non-uniform arrangement in which the continuity of the bridges gradually increases from the side portion where the breakage begins to the center portion. A protruding guide ridge or a shallow guide groove parallel to the perforation line is formed in the longitudinal center of the medicine bag, so that the breakage path may self-align with the center line even if the user pulls at an angle.

[0071] This configuration relates to a self-aligning function that induces a fracture path by combining two independent mechanisms. Micro perforation refers to an arrangement of fine holes, connecting bridge refers to the part connecting the holes, and guide ridge refers to a protruding guide line. It is configured so that a perforation pattern that becomes stronger toward the center and a physical guide line formed in the center work together to control the fracture path.

[0072] This configuration has the effect of actively correcting the break line so that it does not deviate from the designated central path, even if the user pulls it incorrectly from the side at an oblique angle through a dual guidance device. As a result, it fundamentally prevents the medicine bag from tearing abnormally or the breakage from stopping midway due to user negligence.

[0073] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a gripping tab having anti-slip protrusions may be formed protrudingly on the side edge of the drug storage portion. At the boundary between the tab and the main body of the drug storage portion, a V-shaped tear notch with a curved root is arranged so as to be continuous with the initial section of the cut line, thereby enabling stable initiation of initial breakage when a user pulls the tab.

[0074] This configuration relates to a shape design for maximizing user convenience at the point where tearing begins. Here, a tear notch refers to a V-shaped groove that induces the start of tearing. It is characterized by treating the root portion of this notch as a curved surface to relieve stress concentration, and by providing anti-slip protrusions on the tab portion to enhance grip strength.

[0075] This configuration, through its precisely designed shape, minimizes the energy required for initial breakage when a user grips the tab and applies force. Additionally, it provides stable gripping force and a predictable initial breakage point, enabling anyone to smoothly initiate cutting without failure.

[0076] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the handwriting surface of the memo portion may be divided by a perforation line into a first area where pre-take confirmation information is printed and a second area that remains on the wall after separation to record the history of use. On the back surface of the second area, an adhesive portion may be disposed to remain on the surface to be attached even after separation, and an anti-smudging coating suitable for repeated writing may be formed.

[0077] This design aligns the physical separation state of the medicine bag with the function of information. A smudge-proof coating refers to a surface treatment that prevents ink from spreading. The key feature is that the adhesive remains only on the back of the 'history management area' that should remain on the wall after separation, and the surface is specially coated to allow for repeated writing.

[0078] This configuration effectively switches the type of information required by the user naturally according to changes in the condition of the medicine bag. Before taking the medication, only dosage instructions are checked; afterward, this information disappears cleanly, allowing the fact of administration to be reliably recorded in the history space remaining on the wall, thereby supporting systematic medication management.

[0079] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a plurality of medicine bags may be provided in a bundle form in which they are stacked vertically. A release coating corresponding to the adhesive portion of the upper medicine bag is formed on the front surface of the memo portion of the lower medicine bag, but the release coating is intentionally excluded from the strip-shaped section above the perforation line to form a high-adhesion area with high surface energy, thereby preventing the lifting of the medicine storage portion of the lower medicine bag or premature breakage of the perforation line when the upper medicine bag is removed.

[0080] This configuration relates to a surface treatment technology designed to solve specific problems that occur when using multiple medicine bags as a pad. Here, a release coating refers to a coating that prevents adhesive from adhering well. By intentionally omitting the release coating from a specific section of the lower bag (above the perforation line), a high-adhesion area is formed where only that portion adheres strongly to the adhesive of the upper bag.

[0081] This configuration acts as a 'temporary anchor' that strongly holds the drug storage compartment of the lower drug bag through a high-adhesion area when the upper drug bag is removed. This prevents the drug storage compartment from lifting or the perforation line from breaking prematurely, making it possible to stack multiple bags and use them stably one by one in sequence.

[0082] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a plurality of medicine bags may form a bundle in which they are stacked vertically. An instruction printing area indicating the next person to take is disposed on the front of the memo portion of the lower medicine bag, and a translucent protective layer is formed on the instruction printing area to prevent damage to the print when in contact with the upper medicine bag, and the protective layer may be separated together with the upper medicine bag when the upper medicine bag is separated to expose the instruction printing.

[0083] This configuration relates to a dynamic information provision system that allows information to be revealed sequentially in a bundled form. The core component is a translucent protective layer placed over the instruction text of the lower envelope. This protective layer is designed to be peeled off together with the adhesive of the upper envelope, so that the physical act of removing the upper envelope acts as a switch that triggers the disclosure of information in the lower envelope.

[0084] This design offers the technical effect of clearly exposing users to information about the next medication only when necessary. Unnecessary information is obscured to reduce confusion, and since the next instruction appears simultaneously with the removal of the top envelope, it guides users to naturally recognize the correct dosage order without error.

[0085] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a tear notch formed on the side edge of the drug storage portion may be completely covered by a safety tab surrounded by a first perforation line. The breaking direction of the first perforation line may be positioned to intersect the separation direction of the drug storage portion. The safety tab may have a shielding lip formed thereon to prevent a user's finger from directly touching the tear notch, thereby providing a two-step opening structure in which the user can grasp the exposed tear notch and separate the drug storage portion only after removing the safety tab first.

[0086] The present invention relates to a two-stage opening structure for the safe storage of pharmaceuticals. Here, the safety tab refers to a disposable cover that prevents initial opening, and the shielding lip refers to a protrusion that prevents physical access to the main opening point. The design intentionally intersects the removal direction of the safety tab with the separation direction of the drug storage compartment, and completely seals the opening starting point with the shielding lip, making it impossible to open except in a predetermined sequence.

[0087] This design provides a technical effect that effectively prevents the misuse of medicines by children. The complex motion requiring force to be applied in two different directions, combined with a structure that physically blocks the main opening point, makes it very difficult for a child to open it intuitively. Consequently, an adult guardian can open it easily while ensuring the highest level of child-resistant safety.

[0088] According to various embodiments of the present invention, an irreversible color-changing temperature indicator strip for displaying the temperature history during storage may be arranged along the length direction at a position adjacent to the perforation line on the outer surface of the drug storage portion. The temperature indicator strip may include a microcapsule-type thermal reactive ink layer that permanently changes color when exposed to a temperature above a predetermined reference temperature, and a transparent protective film layer that protects the ink layer. A corresponding record section for displaying the color status of the temperature indicator strip and recording whether the drug is safe to take may be printed on the handwriting-readable surface of the memo portion, so that the user can intuitively check the storage status of the drug before separating the drug storage portion.

[0089] The present configuration involves arranging an irreversible color-changing temperature indicator strip along the length of the outer surface of the drug storage compartment, particularly at a location adjacent to a perforation line, to indicate the temperature history during storage. The present configuration is characterized by comprising a microcapsule-type thermally reactive ink layer in which the temperature indicator strip permanently changes color when exposed to a temperature above a predetermined reference temperature, and a transparent protective film layer that protects this ink layer from external physical stimuli. The present configuration provides a structure that integrates visual display and text recording by printing a corresponding record section on the handwriting-readable surface of the memo compartment to indicate the current color status of the temperature indicator strip and to record whether the drug is safe to take. In the present configuration, the term "indicator strip" refers to a band-shaped display member that indicates a change in temperature status as a visual signal in the form of a color change.

[0090] This configuration effectively allows users to intuitively determine, before opening, whether the medication has ever deviated from the permissible temperature range during storage. Thanks to its irreversible discoloration properties, this configuration displays an accumulated history of temperature anomalies over the entire storage period rather than just a temporary check; this enables users to more accurately identify potential degradation by including even brief exposures that might otherwise be easily overlooked. Furthermore, the configuration allows for the recording of whether the medication is safe to take—whether based on medical instructions or user judgment—in the response section of the memo. This allows the medication bag itself to function as a safety management medium that simultaneously holds both storage history and dosage decisions. Through this, this configuration reduces misuse in the use of temperature-sensitive medications and enhances the reliability and safety of medication administration.

[0091] According to various embodiments of the present invention, a humidity indicator patch for visualizing changes in humidity of the internal storage environment may be attached to the inner side of the sealed space of the drug storage portion. The humidity indicator patch may be composed of a multilayer moisture-absorbing layer that changes color in stages when the relative humidity deviates from a predetermined allowable range, and a support sheet having micro-perforations that fix the multilayer moisture-absorbing layer. The memo portion may be configured to have a guide area printed therein for writing a cautionary note regarding administration and a medical institution contact number corresponding to the color change stage of the humidity indicator patch, so that the user can check the internal humidity status upon opening the drug and immediately stop taking it and make an inquiry if there is an abnormality.

[0092] This configuration involves attaching a humidity indicator patch to the sealed internal space of a drug storage compartment to visually display changes in the humidity of the storage environment. This configuration is structurally characterized by the fact that the humidity indicator patch consists of a multilayer absorbent layer that changes color in stages when relative humidity exceeds a predetermined allowable range, and a support sheet having micro-perforations to secure this multilayer absorbent layer while allowing moisture to enter and exit. This configuration provides a structure that links display information and behavioral guidelines within a single record space by printing a guidance area on the surface of the memo section where dosage precautions corresponding to the color change stages of the humidity indicator patch and medical institution contact information can be entered. In this configuration, the term "indicator patch" refers to a thin sheet-type display component that represents changes in specific environmental variables in color stages.

[0093] This configuration effectively allows users to immediately check, upon opening, whether humidity conditions inside the sealed medication compartment have exceeded acceptable limits. Through a gradual color change structure, this configuration enables visual differentiation between minor and major abnormalities, allowing users to determine the appropriate level of response based on the situation, such as discontinuing medication or contacting a medical institution. By directly linking pre-printed or user-entered warning messages and contact information in the instruction area with the humidity indicator, this configuration facilitates immediate action upon detecting abnormal signs. Consequently, this configuration reduces the misuse of medications whose efficacy has been diminished or deteriorated due to internal humidity changes, thereby enhancing patient safety and quality control standards.

[0094] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the adhesive portion formed on the back surface of the memo portion may be composed of a multi-zone structure in which a first adhesive zone having a pattern in which an area where adhesive is applied and a microchannel for air discharge intersect, and a second adhesive zone having a micro suction cup structure are arranged in an up-and-down direction. The first adhesive zone is a low-adhesion area for repeated attachment position adjustment and is set so that almost no residue remains even on smooth glass or metal surfaces, while the second adhesive zone is a high-adhesion area for long-term fixed attachment and may have a different adhesive strength to provide high retention force on porous wall surfaces. On the writeable surface of the memo portion, a partition line and an identification mark are printed to distinguish the positions of the first adhesive zone and the second adhesive zone from each other, so that the user can selectively use the appropriate adhesive zone according to the material of the surface to be attached and the purpose of use.

[0095] This configuration subdivides the adhesive portion formed on the back surface of the memo section into a multi-zone structure with different characteristics, arranging a first adhesive zone with a pattern where an area with applied adhesive and micro-channels for air discharge intersect, and a second adhesive zone with a micro-suction cup structure in the vertical direction. This configuration is characterized by designing the adhesive strength differently: the first adhesive zone is set as a low-adhesion area suitable for repetitive position adjustments so that almost no residue remains when peeled off from smooth surfaces such as glass or metal; and the second adhesive zone is set as a high-adhesion area for long-term fixation to provide high retention force even on rough surfaces such as porous walls. This configuration prints demarcation lines and identification marks on the writing surface of the memo section to distinguish the locations of the first and second adhesive zones, allowing the user to intuitively recognize which part is the low-adhesion area and which part is the high-adhesion area. In this configuration, the terms "first adhesive zone" and "second adhesive zone" refer to functional adhesive areas with different adhesive characteristics and surface adaptability.

[0096] This configuration significantly enhances adaptability to various usage environments by allowing a single medicine bag to flexibly adapt to surfaces of diverse materials and purposes. Since the low-adhesion area leaves almost no traces even after multiple adjustments to the attachment position, it allows for worry-free use on surfaces where appearance is critical, such as the fronts of home appliances or glass doors. Furthermore, the high-adhesion area ensures that long-term medication history notes remain securely in place on porous surfaces like gypsum board, concrete, and wood, making it advantageous for managing long-term medication schedules. By guiding users to selectively use the appropriate adhesive zone based on identification markings, this configuration reduces adhesion failures and unwanted peeling, thereby increasing the practical convenience and reliability of the medicine bag.

[0097] According to various embodiments of the present invention, the memo portion may further have a standing fold line formed between the top edge and the cut line, parallel to the cut line. The drug storage portion, formed integrally with the bottom of the memo portion, may include a reinforcing rib or a thick support layer for load support at a position spaced apart from the fold line so that it can stand upright on a plane in cooperation with the fold line. The positional relationship between the fold line and the reinforcing rib or support layer may be set so that when the memo portion is folded into a tent shape having a triangular cross-section, the drug storage portion forms a lower center of gravity and stands up stably without tipping over even when an external force is applied.

[0098] This configuration involves forming an additional upright folding line between the top edge and the perforation line, parallel to the perforation line in the memo section, and including a reinforcing rib or a thick support layer for load support in the drug storage section, which is integrally formed with the bottom of the memo section, at a position spaced apart from the folding line. This configuration is characterized by a positional relationship between the folding line and the reinforcing rib or support layer designed so that when the memo section is bent along the folding line to form a tent shape with a triangular cross-section, the drug storage section forms the lower center of gravity. This configuration is a structure in which the folding line defines the standing angle of the memo section, and the reinforcing structure of the drug storage section acts as a base to naturally form a self-standing stand shape on a flat surface. In this configuration, the term "tent shape" refers to a self-standing structure with a triangular cross-section that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, with both sides tilted obliquely.

[0099] This configuration allows users to manage medicine bags by standing them upright on flat surfaces such as desks, bedside tables, or dining tables, keeping them within easy sight, even without being mounted on a wall. Designed with the center of gravity positioned toward the medicine storage compartment, this configuration provides a stable stand structure that does not easily tip over even when slight external force is applied, making it effective for keeping medicine bags in a visible location at specific times. Since the structure maintains consistency even with repeated folding and unfolding along the fold lines, users can freely switch usage modes, such as standing the bag upright when needed and folding it flat for storage. Through this self-standing function, this configuration enhances visual presence even without an alarm device, serving as an auxiliary tool to reduce missed doses.

[0100] According to various embodiments of the present invention, in the area adjacent to the perforation line among the handwriting surfaces of the memo portion, a plurality of protruding markers expressing the time of administration and the type of drug in a Braille pattern may be formed in a matrix pattern along a reference line parallel to the perforation line. The arrangement of the protruding markers may provide different Braille codes for each time interval so that even after the drug storage portion is separated, the memo portion remains on the surface to which it is attached, allowing a visually impaired user to check the administration history and the time of the next administration by touching it with their fingertips. The adhesive portion formed on the back surface of the memo portion may be configured to include a fixing zone with locally reinforced adhesive force corresponding to the area where the protruding markers are formed, thereby preventing the memo portion from shaking or peeling off when touched.

[0101] This configuration involves forming a matrix pattern of multiple raised markers, which represent the time of administration and the type of medication in a Braille pattern, along a reference line parallel to the perforation line in an area adjacent to the perforation line on the handwriting surface of the memo section. This configuration is characterized by adopting an arrangement that provides different Braille codes for each time interval, allowing a visually impaired user to check their administration history and the next administration time by touching the raised markers with their fingertips while the memo section remains on the surface to be attached, even after the medication storage section has been separated. This configuration is structured to prevent the memo section from shaking or peeling off from the edges during tactile movements by including a fixing zone with locally reinforced adhesive force corresponding to the area where the raised markers are formed within the adhesive portion on the back of the memo section. In this configuration, the term "matrix pattern" refers to a grid form regularly arranged in rows and columns, and "Braille code" refers to a tactile character system that expresses meaning through a combination of dots.

[0102] This configuration enhances accessibility and aided equity by enabling visually impaired users to independently manage their medication history and next dosage times using medication bags. Since this configuration distinguishes time slots and drug types using Braille codes, it reduces confusion and allows for clear identification of the purpose of each medication, even when multiple bags are used simultaneously. Furthermore, because the medication bag is stably secured without moving during the tactile process by a fixing zone with enhanced adhesive force, users can accurately read Braille patterns with their fingertips, thereby reducing the possibility of misreading. By using Braille information alongside standard text in the memo section, this configuration allows caregivers and visually impaired users to share information through the same medication bag, thereby simultaneously improving the collaboration and safety of medication management.

[0103] The embodiments described above are combinations of the components and features of the present invention in a specific form. Each component or feature should be considered optional unless otherwise explicitly stated. Each component or feature may be implemented in a form not combined with other components or features. Additionally, it is possible to construct embodiments of the present invention by combining some components and / or features. The order of operations described in the embodiments of the invention may be changed. Some components or features of one embodiment may be included in another embodiment, or may be replaced with corresponding components or features of another embodiment. It is obvious that embodiments may be constructed by combining claims that do not have an explicit citation relationship in the claims, or that they may be included as new claims through amendments made after filing.

[0104] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention may be embodied in other forms without departing from the technical spirit and essential features of the present invention. Accordingly, the above embodiments should be considered in all illustrative aspects rather than as a limiting one. The scope of the present invention shall be determined by a reasonable interpretation of the appended claims and all possible variations within the equivalent scope of the present invention.

Claims

Claim 1 A medicine bag capable of taking notes, comprising: a note portion made of rigid paper having a repetitively detachable adhesive portion on a portion of the back surface including a vertical plane and formed such that the fiber orientation intersects with respect to the tensile direction; a drug storage portion made of a laminated film formed integrally with the bottom of the note portion and having a sealing space for storing a drug inside, and including a soft protective layer on the outside and a tensile resistance layer on the inside; a perforation line formed at the boundary of the note portion and the drug storage portion; and a notch arranged to be continuous with the initial section of the perforation line at the side edge of the drug storage portion to form an initial breakage initiation point, wherein the note portion and the drug storage portion are joined by heat-fusion lamination in a closed curved edge region spaced apart from the perforation line without overlapping with the perforation line, thereby inducing the tensile force applied to the drug storage portion to be concentrated at the perforation line, and wherein the note portion or the drug storage portion is provided with a protruding guide ridge or guide groove formed parallel to the perforation line so that the breakage path is maintained along the perforation line. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein the medicine storage portion has a structure in which a front transparent film and a matte opaque back film are surface-bonded, the back film includes a scattering layer of fine irregularities to enhance background contrast without blurring the outline of characters in the memo portion, and the front transparent film includes a stress-relieving layer that suppresses distortion or the occurrence of rainbow patterns, thereby enabling the user to simultaneously see memo information and internal medicine while the medicine storage portion is overlapped with the memo portion. Claim 4 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein a reinforcing member including a crack-inhibiting rib and a sealed microcavity is disposed at the end point of the cutting line, and configured such that the reinforcing member is destroyed at the final stage of cutting to simultaneously provide a tactile click sensation and a popping sound. Claim 5 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein the cutting line comprises a microperforation pattern consisting of micro-perforations and connecting bridges, and forms a non-uniform arrangement in which the continuity of the bridges gradually increases from the side portion where the breakage begins to the center portion. Claim 6 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein a gripping tab having anti-slip protrusions is formed protrudingly on the side edge of the medicine storage portion, and the notch is formed in a V shape with a curved root. Claim 7 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein the handwriting surface of the memo portion is divided by a perforation line into a first area where pre-take confirmation information is printed and a second area that remains on the wall after separation to record the history of use, and on the back of the second area, an adhesive portion is disposed to remain on the surface to be attached even after separation and a smudge-proof coating suitable for repeated writing is formed. Claim 8 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of medicine bags are provided in a bundle form in which they are stacked vertically, and a release coating corresponding to the adhesive portion of the upper medicine bag is formed on the front surface of the memo portion of the lower medicine bag, and the release coating is intentionally excluded from the strip-shaped section above the perforation line to form a high-adhesion area with high surface energy, thereby preventing the lifting of the medicine storage portion of the lower medicine bag or premature breakage of the perforation line when the upper medicine bag is removed. Claim 9 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of medicine bags are stacked vertically to form a bundle, a guide printing area indicating the next target for administration is disposed on the front of the memo portion of the lower medicine bag, a translucent protective layer is formed on the guide printing area to prevent damage to the print when in contact with the upper medicine bag, and configured such that when the upper medicine bag is separated, the protective layer is separated together to expose the guide printing. Claim 10 A medicine bag according to claim 1, wherein the notch is completely covered by a safety tab surrounded by a first perforation line, the breaking direction of the first perforation line is positioned to intersect the separation direction of the medicine storage compartment, and the safety tab has a shielding lip formed therein to block the user's finger from directly touching the notch, thereby providing a two-step opening structure in which the user grasps the exposed notch and separates the medicine storage compartment only after removing the safety tab first.

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