IoT Pill Dispenser

VI Semester B.
Tech ECE (2021-2025)

ECD 334 Mini Project
First Review (01.04.2024)
IoT PILL DISPENSER

Student Members Guided By
1. Ms.Krishnaprabha S – NCE21EC020 Mr.Vysak Valsan
2. Ms.Lavanya M – NCE21EC021 Asst.Professor, Dept. Of ECE
3. Ms.Malavika S Madhavan – NCE21EC023
4. Ms.Nandana Prakash J – NCE21EC028
17/04/2024 Department of ECE | AY: 2023-24 | ECD 334 Mini Project First R 1
eview | B.Tech ECE (2021-25)
Introduction
• The global population is rapidly aging, with a significant portion comprising elderly individuals facing unique health
challenges.
• Among the myriad of issues encountered, one critical aspect is the management of medications, which becomes
increasingly complex with age.
• Elderly individuals often experience cognitive decline, leading to forgetfulness and difficulty remembering medication
schedules.
• Missing doses or taking incorrect medications poses serious health risks and complications.
• Many seniors manage multiple medications for various health conditions, resulting in complex medication regimens.
• Keeping track of different dosages, frequencies, and interactions can be overwhelming and prone to errors.
• Elderly individuals may rely on caregivers or family members for assistance in managing their medications.
• This dependence may limit independence and privacy, impacting the quality of life for seniors.
• IoT technology enables the creation of smart medical dispensers equipped with real-time clock (RTC) modules.
• These modules provide accurate timekeeping and scheduling capabilities, ensuring timely medication reminders and
dispensing.
• LCD displays integrated with IoT modules offer intuitive interfaces for users to interact with the medical dispenser.
• Users can easily view medication schedules, dosage instructions, and receive visual prompts for medication intake.
• By leveraging IoT technology, elderly individuals gain greater independence in managing their medications.
• The automated and user-friendly nature of IoT-based medical dispensers promotes self-reliance and empowers
seniors to take control of their health.
• The primary objective of this project is to develop an IoT-based medical dispenser that addresses the specific needs
and challenges faced by elderly individuals.
• By providing a comprehensive solution for medication management, the project aims to enhance the quality of life for
seniors, improve medication adherence rates, and reduce the incidence of medication-related complications.
Objectives
1.Enhance Medication Adherence:
• Implement a user-friendly interface on the LCD display to provide clear medication schedules and dosage
instructions.
• Integrate real-time clock (RTC) module to ensure accurate timekeeping and scheduling of medication
doses.
• Utilize the push button for manual interaction, allowing users to acknowledge medication intake or
request additional doses if needed.
2. Reduce Medication Errors:
• Employ the servo motor mechanism within the dispenser to ensure precise and controlled dispensing of
medications according to programmed schedules.
• Integrate visual and auditory alerts using the buzzer to notify users when it's time to take their medication,
reducing the likelihood of missed doses or incorrect dosages.
• Implement safeguards in the software logic to prevent over-dispensing or dispensing errors, enhancing the
safety of medication administration.
3. Promote Independence and Empowerment:
• Design the medical dispenser to be user-friendly and intuitive, allowing elderly individuals to manage their medications independently without
constant reliance on caregivers.
• Ensure portability and convenience by powering the dispenser with a 9V battery, enabling use in various settings without the need for constant
electrical connectivity.
• Provide customization options in the software interface, allowing users to adjust medication schedules or dosage instructions according to their
specific needs and preferences.
4. Enhance Caregiver Communication and Monitoring:
• Enable remote monitoring and communication capabilities through IoT connectivity, allowing caregivers or healthcare providers to
receive alerts or notifications regarding medication adherence or dispenser status.
• Integrate data logging functionality to record medication intake history, facilitating better communication between patients and
caregivers during medical consultations or follow-up appointments.
• Incorporate features for caregivers to remotely adjust medication schedules or dosage instructions as needed, ensuring flexibility
and adaptability to changing health conditions.
5. Ensure Safety and Reliability:
• Design the dispenser with robust hardware components and secure mounting options to prevent accidental tampering or damage.
• Implement fail-safe mechanisms in the software logic to handle unexpected situations or errors, such as power outages or sensor
malfunctions, ensuring continuous operation and patient safety.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation procedures to verify the accuracy, reliability, and safety of the dispenser system before
deployment in real-world settings.
Literature Review
TITLE YEAR & AUTHOR METHODOLOGY ADVANTAGES DISADVANTAGES
PUBLICATION
Development of Smart Pill Expert 2024,Springer P. Dayananda, This proposed model is built with • Facilitating users to schedule • Lack of 3D printed outer structure
System Based on IoT Amrutha G. the help of microcontrollers and or configure the medications, • Not easily portable
Upadhya sensors with which the doctor’s remote management, making • Unable to administer liquid syrups or tonic
prescription is examined and it much more scalable and dispensing
accordingly the medicines are reduces the cost management • Caters to one person’s needs at a time.
dispensed to the patient based on and one’s effort. • The system does not have a backup battery for
certain customizations. An Andriod • To overcome the adherence of power. As a result, it needs to be recharged
application is used to schedule overdosage or underdosage of frequently and lacks a power backup option in
medicine timings and send medicine, smart pill expert case of power shortages or interruptions.
notification alerts to ensure remote system 2.0 can be employed. • Unable to determine whether the user has truly
monitoring of the patient • Tailored prescription swallowed the prescribed drug.
dispensing and timely
reminders, which can help
people manage their
medication intake
successfully.
IoT-Based Smart Medicine 2023, International Abhishek Tiwari, Microcontroller-based smart • The system is user- • Costly to use for personal use.
Dispenser Journal for Research Debjit Bhadra, medicine dispenser is proposed by friendly,convenient and easy • If the medicine is not taken and the push button
in Applied Science & Associate. the authors with an electromagnetic to use with higher efficiency, is not pressed the audio message will not work
Prof. Kiranmayi GR principle and servo motors. IoT thus lowering the dependence • Portability and security
Engineering
Technology based smart medicine dispenser is of the manpower.
(IJRASET) designed and a prototype is • The system can be even used
implemented and tested which by aged people without any
dispenses medicine automatically assistance.
and sends audio message on • Provision is made to save the
caretaker’ mobile name of the medicines taken,
date time, and whether the pill
is taken or not in the database
of the mobile app.
Proposed Method
1. Requirements Analysis:
• Define specific functionalities required for the medical dispenser, including medication scheduling, dispensing at
specified times, user interaction capabilities, and system monitoring.
• Conduct thorough analysis to ensure that all user needs and technical requirements are identified and addressed.
2. Component Selection:
• Choose hardware components based on project requirements, including the NodeMCU ESP8266 microcontroller,
RTC module, I2C LCD display, servo motor, buzzer, push button, and medicine storage containers.
• Consider factors such as compatibility, power requirements, and functionality when selecting components.
3. Circuit Design:
• Create a detailed circuit diagram to plan connections between components and the NodeMCU.
• Allocate appropriate pins on the NodeMCU for each component, ensuring logical and efficient connections.
• Design the circuit to distribute power effectively and prevent issues such as voltage drops or short circuits.
3.Hardware Setup:
• Gather all necessary materials and equipment required for the project.
• Establish physical connections between components and the NodeMCU according to the circuit diagram.
• Ensure that connections are correct, secure, and free from wiring issues.
4.Software Development:
• Program the NodeMCU to implement desired functionalities of the medical dispenser project.
• Write code to interface with the RTC module for timekeeping, control the servo motor for medication
dispensing, display information on the LCD display, generate audible alerts with the buzzer, and handle
user interaction with the push button.
• Test the code incrementally to verify the functionality of each component and ensure proper integration.
5.Testing and Debugging:
• Conduct thorough testing of the system to ensure that all functionalities operate as intended.
• Test under various conditions to identify and address any bugs or issues that may arise during operation.
• Debug code and troubleshoot hardware issues as needed to ensure system reliability.
7.Deployment and Maintenance:
• Deploy the IoT-based pill dispenser system for use by intended users, such as elderly individuals
or caregivers.
• Provide instructions for proper use and maintenance of the system.
• Monitor system performance and address any issues or maintenance needs that arise over time.
Block Diagram
9V Power Supply
Router
Mobile
I2C Module With
RTC Module LCD
NodeMCU
ESP8266
Buzzer
Push Button
Server Motor
Pill Storage Container
Circuit Diagram
FLOWCHART
Start
User filled in pills
User input prescribed

data into the system
NodeMCU fetch the

user input time
No Is it the time to No Did the user Yes

take the take the pill?
medicine?
Yes
Pill Notification
Dispensed sent to
mobile
End
Components and Cost of Project Work
1. NodeMCU (ESP8266):
The NodeMCU serves as the main microcontroller unit and also as the brain of the project, responsible for controlling the operation
of other components, interfacing with sensors and actuators, and facilitating communication with external devices such as the user
interface. It interfaces with the RTC module to schedule medication dispensing times and trigger actions accordingly. Additionally, it
communicates with the LCD display to provide real-time information to the user.
2. RTC Module:
The RTC module maintains accurate timekeeping for the system, ensuring that medication is dispensed at scheduled times. It
communicates with the NodeMCU to provide the current date and time, allowing the system to schedule medication dispensing
accordingly.
3. I2C with LCD Display:
The LCD display provides a user-friendly interface for displaying information such as the current time, scheduled medication
times, and alerts. It communicates with the NodeMCU via the I2C protocol, allowing the NodeMCU to update the display with
relevant information.
4. 9V Battery:
The 9V battery provides power to the system, ensuring continuous operation even in the absence of a direct power source. It
powers components such as the NodeMCU, RTC module, and LCD display, allowing the system to function independently of
external power.
5. Servo Motor:
The servo motor is responsible for dispensing medication from the storage containers at scheduled times. It receives control signals
from the NodeMCU and rotates to release the appropriate dosage of medicine.
6. Push Button:
The push button serves as a manual override mechanism, allowing users to initiate medication dispensing manually if needed.
When pressed, it triggers the servo motor to dispense medication, providing flexibility and convenience to users.
7. Buzzer:
The buzzer provides audible alerts and notifications to users, notifying them of scheduled medication times or system errors. It
receives control signals from the NodeMCU and emits sound when triggered, enhancing user awareness and engagement.
8. Medicine Storage Container:

The medicine storage container holds the various medications to be dispensed by the system. It is designed to securely store
medication while allowing for easy access and dispensing when triggered by the servo motor.
Container 1
Container 2
Container 3
COST OF THE PROJECT:
Progress Map
Conclusion
The Intelligent IoT (Internet of Things) Pill Dispenser represents a significant leap forward in healthcare
technology, offering numerous benefits for patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers alike. By
seamlessly integrating IoT capabilities with medication management, this smart dispenser streamlines
medication adherence, enhances patient safety, and promotes better health outcomes.
Moreover, the real-time tracking and monitoring functionalities enable healthcare providers and
caregivers to remotely supervise medication adherence, identify any deviations or concerns promptly,
and intervene as needed. This not only facilitates proactive healthcare management but also strengthens
the patient-provider relationship by fostering continuous communication and support.
In conclusion, the Intelligent IoT Pill Dispenser represents a groundbreaking innovation in medication
management, revolutionizing the way patients engage with their healthcare and enhancing the quality,
safety, and efficiency of medication delivery. By harnessing the power of IoT technology, this smart
dispenser holds the potential to transform healthcare delivery, empower patients, and promote a
healthier, more connected future.

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VI Semester B.

Tech ECE (2021-2025)

IoT PILL DISPENSER

Pill Storage Container

User filled in pills

User input prescribed

NodeMCU fetch the

No Is it the time to No Did the user Yes

8. Medicine Storage Container:

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