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Item Details

Careousel Pill Dispenser

ILC Reference NO 11:77:007
Item sourced from ILC ACT database

Short Description
This battery operated circular unit alerts the user when medication is due and dispenses the dosage. The alert is either an audible alarm or flashing light. It contains 28 compartments and enables up to 28 alarms per day. The unit is lockable and only the right medication is exposed for dispensing.

More Details
At the programmed times - up the 28 times a day - the cassette rotates and the next compartment becomes exposed through an opening in the lid and the alarm signal sounds.
The pills in the other compartments are not available. If the medicine is not taken, the Careousel continues to sound the alarm for one hour.
Dispensed medicine lasts for one week when dispensing four times a day and 28 days when dispensing one time a day.
It holds up to one month's supply.
Inner tray is easy to refill

Method Of Use
At the pre-programmed times, the dispenser rotates, the alarm signal is heard, and the correct dosage comes into view through the opening in the lid. The alarm continues to ring for one hour. To stop the alarm ringing and dispense the pills, the user tilts the dispenser and the pills fall into the hand or a suitable container

Models
Only one model is available

Model/S On Display
Model 3/07 with locking key.(this is an earier model does not have the flashing light).

Dimensions
Diameter 190mm
Height 56mm
Weight with batteries 480g
Content of compartment in dispenser 15ml

Caution
Always check with a pharmacist before storing medications in a dispenser or storage container as some medications require special storage conditions and some medications cannot be kept in the same container as others.

Warranty
one year

Standards
Specific Australian Standards or other Standard(s) may be applicable for materials, manufacturing processes, or installation of some types of equipment. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specific Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of this item as to its compliance with relevant Standard(s).

Place Of Manufacture
Sweden

Display Item On Loan From
Safety and Mobility

Display Information
ILCACT may have this item on display. If you want to view or trial this product, please contact ILCACT on 02-6205 1900 to ensure that it is still on display prior to your visit.

Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
SAFETY AND MOBILITY,   ST IVES, NSW

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