Pivotell Advance Dispenser

The Pivotell Advance has 28 compartments and presents only the right dose at the right time, with all other medication locked away. At the alarm time the tray turns to the next dose, an alarm sounds and a light flashes. Tipping the tablets out stops the alarm. With up to 24 alarms a day, it can manage even the most complicated medication routines.

Main features

• Self-locking shutter: only the right dose can be reached, reducing the risk of double dosing
• Lid locks with the key supplied
• Display through the lid shows the date, time, next dose, doses left and battery level
• Up to 24 alarms a day, and two or more compartments can present at the same alarm time
• Four alarm sounds and a flashing light, from 5 minutes up to 5 hours
• Start delay and stop functions, for offsite filling
• Dose record: check the times doses were dispensed
• Upside-down function: it won't rotate until it's upright again
• Clock adjusts for British Summer Time; settings are kept when batteries are changed
• Pharmacy label carrier, day and time discs, and a battery cover that screws shut

In the box: the dispenser, 2 printed time discs (1 to 4 doses a day), 2 blank discs, a key, a battery cover screw, a prescription booklet and holder, and 4 x AA batteries.

How often to refill

Spare trays let the next tray be filled in advance, so refilling is a quick swap. Some medicines shouldn't go in any dispensing system, so if in doubt, check with a pharmacist.

Options and accessories

Hard of hearing? The Pivotell Advance with Vibe adds a voice alert, strobe light and pillow shaker. A telecare-enabled version is also available through your telecare provider (for example Lifeline or Carephone systems).

Specifications

How the Advance works Programming videos Instruction book Compare dispensers

Pivotell automatic pill dispensers have been widely used across the UK since 2002, including by NHS and council services. Eligible for VAT relief if you're buying for someone who is chronically sick or disabled.

Patents EP2642966, SE 535 462 C2 and US 9,027,787 B2 apply.