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Smart Pill Reminder and Monitoring System Dr. D. Sreelakshmi 1, K. Varshini2, K. Yoshitha3, S.Tharun4 1Assistant Professor, Institute of Aeronautical Engineering, Hyderabad, Telangana.
234Student of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Institute of Aeronautical Engineering,
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Abstract - A new reminder system based on Internet of
medications that need to be taken 2 to 4 times per day. Due to the rise in cardiovascular diseases and diabetes among this age group, it has become essential to ensure regular administrationof medicines. However, a significant portion of this population, around 40-60%, faces difficulties in remembering to take their medications at the right time. Currently available techniques in the market, such as using alarms and pill boxes, do not address the issues of overdose or incorrect dosage. These methods rely on a clock that generates an alarm after aset time has passed. Furthermore, there is often a lack of timely reminders for refilling the pill box, leading to interruptions in the course of therapy. To address these challenges, the sensing of pill box slots can be done using either Load Sensing methodology or Light-based sensing. Slot-based sensing offers several advantages, such as the ability to detect individual moments of medication intake, thereby identifying problems related to overdosing and incorrect dosage. A comprehensive survey has been conducted to analyze and compare different modes of slot sensing, both theoretically and practically.
Things (IoT) has been created to aid individuals, particularly those suffering from dementia, who often neglect their health. The system includes an IoT device and an Android application, aiming to alleviate the burden of daily medication for patients. Through data analysis, the system detects when medication needs to be taken and sends timely notifications via the mobile application. This solution not only benefits dementia patients but also proves useful for others. By utilizing an IoT-enabled Arduino device and an infrared (IR) sensor, the system can monitor whether the patient has taken their medicine, ensuringproper healthcare management. Key Words: Reminder system, IOT, Dementia, medicine scheduler, IR sensors.
1. INTRODUCTION Nowadays, people are often caught up in their busy lives and tend to prioritize work over their health. As a result, commondiseases like diabetes and high blood pressure have become more prevalent. It can be challenging for elderly individuals to keep up with their daily medication, and even younger people face similar difficulties. Many family members struggle to provide constant assistance to their loved ones who require regular care. However, it is not always feasible for us to remind them about their medication schedules all thetime. To address this issue, we need a system that can monitor patients and provide care. With the prevalence of technology in our lives, we can leverage it in a way that benefits us. Mobile phones are no longer just for making calls; they can now be equipped with embedded sensors that enable various applications, including healthcare, social networks, and environmental tracking. In the healthcare sector, the use of mobile phones is increasingly valuable. The Internet of Things (IoT) can play a crucial role in monitoring real-time conditions, and it offers an efficient means of storing data collected by sensor devices in the cloud. Our project aims to utilize IoT-enabled devices to control an integrated monitoring system. Additionally, we will develop an Android application that assists patients by reminding them of their medication intake and more.
Fig-1: 1G Mobile Application. Mei-Ying Wang et al. developed a system called Wedjat, which serves as a reminder for users to take their medications at the appropriate times. It also helps users keep track of their medication records and provides a means for healthcare professionals to review them.[1] Guanling Chen et al. introduced a Mobile-phone based PatientCompliance System (MPCS) aimed at streamlining the time-consuming and error-prone procedures associated with current self-regulation practices. The system assists in selfreporting,detecting noncompliance, and providing reminders to promote medication adherence.[2]A mobile reminder system, based on video technology, has been developed to
2. LITERATURE REVIEW According to the World Health Organization, more than 80% of individuals aged 60 and above are prescribed
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