Abstract: Disclosed is a pill dispenser. In one embodiment, the pill dispenser includes a housing defining an interior. The dispenser may also include a holder for receiving a plurality of pills, a movable barrier positioned at one end of the holder, and a retainer capable of moving at least one of the pills in the holder. At least a portion of the holder and barrier may be positioned within the interior of the housing. Related methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A pill dispenser and a related method of pill dispensing including a container having a holder, a gate, a controller, a sensor, and a neutralizing device. The dispenser releases pills at a prescribed release rate. The sensor detects tampering with the container. Upon detection of tampering, the neutralizing device renders the contents of the pill dispenser impotent.

Abstract: A pill dispenser (10) and a related method of pill dispensing including a container (12) having a holder (14), a gate (16), a controller (18) a sensor (20) and a neutralizing device (22). The dispenser (10) releases pills at a prescribed release rate. The sensor (20) detects tampering with the container (12). Upon detection of tampering, the neutralizing device (22) renders the contents of the pill dispenser (10) impotent.

Abstract: An electric accessory bag including a bag portion comprising a pair of sections hingedly coupled together. The pair of sections include a first section and a second section. The first section has a carrying handle secured to an upper end thereof. The second section has a shoulder strap secured to an upper end thereof. A retractable power cord is secured to a side wall of the first section of the bag portion. The retractable power cord has a plug end coupleable to a standard electrical outlet. The retractable power cord has a cord portion extending interiorly of the bag portion. A power strip is disposed within the first section of the bag portion. The power strip is in communication with the cord portion of the retractable power cord.