Abstract: A “medication communicator” chart is used as a teaching tool to educate patients and to schedule events corresponding to a prescribed medication regimen. The “medication communicator” chart includes a scheduling graph having the shape of a 12-hour or 24-hour analog clock. The scheduling graph is divided into regions corresponding to each hour of a day for scheduling event information. Fields, on the “medication communicator” chart, are receptive to labels communicating information corresponding to numerous medications in the medication regimen. Timing indicators may be applied to the regions of the scheduling graph to indicate consumption or application times of each of the medications.

Abstract: An air purifier (10) is disclosed which includes a housing (11) having a top wall with a schedule indicator (14). The housing top wall has a central recess (16), an annular inner groove (18) positioned concentrically about the central well, and an annular outer groove (20) positioned concentrically about the inner groove. An annular plateau (28) is formed between the inner groove and the outer groove. A first reset ring (31) is positioned within the outer groove for rotational movement therein. The first reset ring includes two inwardly extending timing indicating tabs (32) and (33). A second reset ring (35) is positioned within the inner groove for rotational movement therein. The second reset ring includes two outwardly extending timing indicating tabs or indicators (36) and (37). A knob (43) coupled to a power switch (45) is positioned within the central well for rotational movement therein.

Abstract: A “medication communicator” chart is used as a teaching tool to educate patients and to schedule events corresponding to a prescribed medication regimen. The “medication communicator” chart includes a scheduling graph having the shape of a 12-hour or 24-hour analog clock. The scheduling graph is divided into regions corresponding to each hour of a day for scheduling event information. Fields, on the “medication communicator” chart, are receptive to labels communicating information corresponding to numerous medications in the medication regimen. Timing indicators may be applied to the regions of the scheduling graph to indicate consumption or application times of each of the medications.

Abstract: A combined container and date-notification mechanism includes a container that has a body and a lid removably attached thereto for maintaining the perishable food item isolated from the environment. A mechanism is included for identifying a date when the perishable food item is placed inside the body such that a user can quickly identify a number of days that the perishable food has been housed within the container without removing the lid from the body. An identification marker is adjustably connected to the date-identifying mechanism and is spaced from the affixing mechanism. A mechanism is included for removably affixing the date-identifying mechanism onto the lid such that the user can selectively affix the date-identifying mechanism onto alternate containers. The affixing mechanism is formed from water insoluble material.

Abstract: A date indicator for use with a contact lens case having a base and at least one lens container is disclosed. The indicator comprises a lid to selectively close the at least one contact lens container. A generally annular day wheel has a plurality of day indicators on an upper surface thereof, and is rotatably captured within a cylindrical depression of the lid. A generally circular month wheel includes a plurality of mouth indicators on an upper surface thereof, and is rotatably captured on a central spindle of the lid. A torsion spring is fixed to a spring mounting mechanism of the day wheel. One end of the spring engages a sawtooth-notched wall of the month wheel and the other end of the spring engages a sawtooth-notched wall of the lid. The spring allows the day and month wheels to rotate in one direction together while preventing the day wheel from rotating in the opposite direction.

Abstract: A closure cap for a product container such as a prescription medicine vial, that has a number time and date dials for reminding a user when to take the next dose. The cap's time and date dials are rotatable together or individually with the use of uniquely shaped turning tabs. The dials allow for a user to set the reminder to indicate any hour of the day, any day of the week, and any date of the month. The cap may also have a next and last dose setting. The cap may also have a locking mechanism to prevent inadvertent changes to the set time.

Abstract: The present invention is a dosage reminder device that serves as a regular and constant reminder of when a medication was last taken as well as when a medicine should next be taken. The device is attached to any medicine box or bottle using a self-adhesive backing element and, owing to its relative simplicity and low cost, can be disposed of once the medication has been used or is no longer needed. The self-adhesive backed dial portion includes an opposed raised annular rim with radially inwardly oriented detents. The center of the dial includes a receptacle in the center for receiving a pin for pinning in-place a multi-pointed indicator whose pointer end elements engage securely in the radially inwardly directed detents. By being mechanically engaged in 2 locations, the dial indicator resists movement, even with inadvertent patient dropping or scraping of the medication receptacle, thusly clearly and securely showing dosage timing.

Abstract: A countdown timer contact lens case is provided for removably receiving a receptacle and providing independent timing functions for displaying the useful remaining life of a contact lens and for the receptacle for receiving the contact lens when not worn. The countdown timer contact lens case includes a receptacle carried by a main body. The main body includes a timing circuit and a display with first and second indicators corresponding to the respective remaining time for desired use of the lens and for the receptacle. The timer for the lens displays a maximum value which is less than the displayed maximum value of the timer for the receptacle. The timer corresponding to each of the lens and the receptacle can be independent set and reset, and a warning feature is provided to signal the user when the corresponding displayed lens or receptacle value diminishes below a minimum, or decreases to zero.

Abstract: The present invention is a dosage reminder device that serves as a regular and constant reminder of when a medication was last taken as well as when a medicine should next be taken. The device is attached to any medicine box or bottle using a self-adhesive or strap style backing element and, owing to its relative simplicity and low cost, can be disposed of once the medication has been used or is no longer needed. The dial portion includes an opposed raised annular rim with radially inwardly oriented detents. By being mechanically engaged in multiple locations, the dial indicator resists movement, even with inadvertent patient dropping or scraping of the medication receptacle, thusly clearly and securely showing dosage timing.

Abstract: A dosage reminder cap provides an easy, effective way to track consumption of medication. A rotating disk provides a tool for marking the either last dose taken or the next dose due to be taken of a prescribed medication in order to facilitate proper consumption of the medication.

Abstract: An air purifier (10) is disclosed which includes a housing (11) having a top wall with a schedule indicator (14). The housing top wall has a central recess (16), an annular inner groove (18) positioned concentrically about the central well, and an annular outer groove (20) positioned concentrically about the inner groove. An annular plateau (28) is formed between the inner groove and the outer groove. A first reset ring (31) is positioned within the outer groove for rotational movement therein. The first reset ring includes two inwardly extending timing indicating tabs (32) and (33). A second reset ring (35) is positioned within the inner groove for rotational movement therein. The second reset ring includes two outwardly extending timing indicating tabs or indicators (36) and (37). A knob (43) coupled to a power switch (45) is positioned within the central well for rotational movement therein.

Abstract: The present invention is a dosage reminder device that serves as a regular and constant reminder of when a medication was last taken as well as when a medicine should next be taken. The device is attached to any medicine box or bottle using a self-adhesive backing element and, owing to its relative simplicity and low cost, can be disposed of once the medication has been used or is no longer needed. The self-adhesive backed dial portion includes an opposed raised annular rim with radially inwardly oriented detents. The center of the dial includes a receptacle in the center for receiving a pin for pinning in-place a multi-pointed indicator whose pointer end elements engage securely in the radially inwardly directed detents. By being mechanically engaged in 2 locations, the dial indicator resists movement, even with inadvertent patient dropping or scraping of the medication receptacle, thusly clearly and securely showing dosage timing.

Abstract: An information tracking device has a bottom disk, a middle marker element, a top disk, and a locking element. The bottom disk has a top surface and a perimeter with a first plurality of information indicia imprinted on the top surface adjacent the perimeter. The middle marker has a marking element. The top disk includes an upper surface with a second plurality of information indicia imprinted on the upper surface. The locking element releasably locks the bottom disk, the middle marker, and the top disk together such that the middle marker indicates a selected one of the first plurality of information indicia and a selected one of the second plurality of information indicia.

Abstract: A reminder device can be attached to the bottom of a medicine container that has a cap. The reminder device has an indicator rotatably mounted on a base in order to rotate and indicate a scheduled event. The base adhesively or frictionally engages the bottom of the container opposite the cap. The base may have an opening for engaging the bottom of the medicine container. Along some transverse plane within the opening, the opening may be shaped to engage the container along most of its periphery. A user can adjust the indicator on the base to indicate a scheduled event when medicine is ingested.

Abstract: An indicator assembly for a wearable electronic device having a dial, a slotted opening therein and surface indicia to which an indicator can point and convey information thereby, wherein the indicator assembly comprises a track assembly comprising a first track and a second track spaced apart and aligned parallel thereto, wherein each track includes teeth running along at least a respective portion thereof, wherein the teeth of the respective tracks are in facing alignment; a track assembly gearing assembly that meshingly engages the teeth of the first and second tracks and the gears of a gear assembly so that the track assembly moves linearly; an indicating assembly coupled to the track assembly and extending through the slotted opening in the dial, wherein the linear movement of the track assembly causes the indicating assembly to move linearly in the slotted opening; whereby an indicator of the indicating assembly conveys information by referring to particular surface indicia on the dial.

Abstract: A date indicator for use with a contact lens case having a base and at least one lens container is disclosed. The indicator comprises a lid to selectively close the at least one contact lens container. A generally annular day wheel has a plurality of day indicators on an upper surface thereof, and is rotatably captured within a cylindrical depression of the lid. A generally circular month wheel includes a plurality of mouth indicators on an upper surface thereof, and is rotatably captured on a central spindle of the lid. A torsion spring is fixed to a spring mounting mechanism of the day wheel. One end of the spring engages a sawtooth-notched wall of the month wheel and the other end of the spring engages a sawtooth-notched wall of the lid. The spring allows the day and month wheels to rotate in one direction together while preventing the day wheel from rotating in the opposite direction.

Abstract: Disclosed is a medical scheduling system to keep the users of medically prescribed medication on their medication-taking schedule. The Med-Sked™ Tab System is a series of Day/Dose tabs that indicate the medication schedule or calendar and confirms that the schedule has been adhered to, when the appropriate tabs are removed. This procedure eliminates the confusion associated with the taking of medication. It assists the user in complying with, and with specificity to prescription and non-prescription medication scheduling. Using a tab residue, It confirms that this has been accomplished when the appropriate Day/Dose Tab has been removed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a medical scheduling system to keep the users of medically prescribed medication on their medication-taking schedule. The Med-Sked™ Tab System is a series of Day/Dose tabs that indicate the medication schedule or calendar and confirms that the schedule has been adhered to, when the appropriate tabs are removed. This procedure eliminates the confusion associated with the taking of medication. It assists the user in complying with, and with specificity to prescription and non-prescription medication scheduling. Using a tab residue, It confirms that this has been accomplished when the appropriate Day/Dose Tab has been removed.

Abstract: A pill bottle having a container and a closure removably fastened to the container. The closure includes a dial rotatably housed therein, which has a first surface having a series of indicia and a second surface having a handle that protrudes outwardly therefrom. Each indicia represents a time period, such as a day and/or a time of day, at which time a next pill dosage is required to be taken by the user. The outer surface of the closure includes a window that is sized and shaped to expose a particular indicator. Upon removing the closure from the container, the user can rotate the dial via the handle in order to expose in the window the next day and/or time of day a dose is required to be consumed. The dial can only be rotated after the closure is removed from the pill container. Upon replacing the closure onto the container, the selected indicator remains immovable and represents an accurate reminder for the next time a dose is required to be taken.

Abstract: Provided is a bracelet comprising a band which is removably attachable to a wrist of a person. The band may have a plurality of first time indices printed about a circumference of the band. The bracelet may further comprise a first time indicator slidable along the band circumference and fixedly positionable to a selected first time indicia to indicate a time of an event.

Abstract: A medication dosage reminder device (1300) operating on the exterior of a medication container (C6) includes a selector member (1304) retentively engaged with an attached cooperating support member (1306). The selector is engageably movable to each of a plurality of selectable positions referencing dosage time indicia (1308). The indicia may be inscribed to establish a highly customized schedule. A selection may be secured against inadvertent displacement of the selector. The selector and the scheduled dosage time period form a reminder indicating when a next dose is due or when the last dose was taken. A standardized device is suitable for use with a large variety of curved wall and flat wall containers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a container for solids or liquids, comprising a hollow body which holds the content, a closure which cooperates with the body to close the container and a compliance aid device arranged on the container for indicating the time at which the last dose was taken or when the next dose is due. The compliance aid comprises a movable first part and a fixed second part provided on the hollow body, wherein the first part is automatically moved to a new indicating position in relation to the second part upon moving the closure in relation the hollow body.

Abstract: A medicine bottle cap with time and day markers includes a main cap member, a first set of indicia, a second set of indicia, a central axle, a first arrow arm and a second arrow arm. The main cap member has a top and a circular sidewall that itself has an inside area with a bottle closure mechanism. Both sets of indicia are in a circular pattern located on the top of the cap. This first set of indicia is a fourteen position set of indicia, seven of which represent ante meridiem and each of the seven days of the week, and seven of which represent post meridiem and each of the seven days of the week. A central axle holds a rotatable first arrow arm that extends to the first set of indicia, and a second arrow arm that extends to the second set of indicia.

Abstract: A medication dispensing tracking and scheduling system can include a magnetic tracking assembly having a time display portion, a patient identification portion and an adjustable tracking portion. The magnetic tracking assembly can be prominently displayed on suitable metal surfaces such as, for example, a kitchen appliance, so as to be easily visible and to avoid misplacing the various portions of the magnetic tracking assembly. The time display portion can include a time scale corresponding to the hours of the day. The instruction portion can include dosing and dispensing information for the medication. The adjustable tracking portion can allow for adjustable tracking of prior and upcoming times for dispensing medication.

Abstract: An extended use reminder device (100) operable on the exterior flat or curved surface of an article includes a selectable member (102) including a plurality of individually selectable positions. The selectable member comprises a deformable plastic structure (110) or plurality of plastic structures attached to a deformable sheet member (112). A movable pointer or selector (106) securely interlocks with the plastic structure at one of the selected positions to form a reminder. A single device fits a great variety of containers and allows for a high degree of customization. The device is suitable for manual or automated assembly and application to a container.

Abstract: A moisture resistant rustproof smart hanger system provides a set of plastic spindles or thumb wheels permanently attached to a hanger. The spindles are designed to record, for a particular garment, the last cleaned date, the number of times worn, and the last worn date. A user sets the “Last Cleaned” date when a garment or apparel is first placed on the smart hanger; the “Times Worn” indicator is set to 01. The user updates the dates on the “Times Worn” and “Last Worn” record indicators each time the garment or apparel is worn. Each of the thumb wheels is locked by friction or a spring loaded bar that engages teeth on the thumb wheels to prevent accidental rotation.

Abstract: A reminder device can be attached to the bottom of a medicine container that has a cap. The reminder device has an indicator rotatably mounted on a base in order to rotate and indicate a scheduled event. The base adhesively or frictionally engages the bottom of the container opposite the cap. The base may have an opening for engaging the bottom of the medicine container. Along some transverse plane within the opening, the opening may be shaped to engage the container along most of its periphery. A user can adjust the indicator on the base to indicate a scheduled event when medicine is ingested.

Abstract: A wearable electronic device for conveying information in an analog manner at least in part by the use of at least one display hand positioned on the dial side of a dial, and a rotatable ring positioned on the opposite side of the dial, wherein the wearable electronic device uses the coordination of the display hand(s) and the ring to convey information that is stored in the controller of the device and/or provided by sensors and/or an external transmitter. An actuation mechanism, preferably a stepper motor, is used to rotate the display hand and ring in the clockwise and/or counterclockwise directions in predefined increments to convey the information. In the preferred embodiment, the wearable multimode electronic device is a wristwatch.

Abstract: An article of jewelry, such as a bracelet, contains twelve or twenty-four primary links, each having a visual representation that identifies an hour of the day. Each link is provided with a reminder mechanism, preferably a group of stones. One of the stones is selected for viewing in association with the primary link for the hour of the day that an act or event is desirably remembered. The selected stone is color-coded to represent an activity to be remembered, such as a meeting, a child pick-up, or telephone call or the priority associated with the event, e.g., urgent, important, can be rescheduled, etc. Since the selected stone of the reminder mechanism is associated with a given hour of the day, by correlating the selected stone to the primary link of the hour of the day of the event or act to be remembered, the wearer is reminded of the hour of an event sought to be remembered.

Abstract: The present invention is a parking time indicator key fob which includes a housing and a timing device contained within the housing for counting down an amount of time. A display is connected to the housing for indicating an amount of time remaining on the timing device. The present invention further includes a means for setting the timing device to the amount of time and an alarm mechanism is connected to the timing device. Upon setting the setting means to the amount of time, the timing device is activated causing the timing device to count down from the amount of time value to a zero value. Upon reaching a predetermined value, the timing device causes the alarm mechanism to be activated thereby alerting a user that the amount of time is approaching the zero value.

Abstract: A tracking device for tracking the ingestion of a plurality of doses of an ingestible material from a container has a time indicating sheet and a plurality of dose indicators. A plurality of time indicating indicia is imprinted on a top surface of the time indicating sheet, each of the plurality of time indicating indicia being spatially separated from each other on the top surface and being adapted to indicate a time period. The plurality of dose indicators each have printed on an upper surface one of a plurality of dose identifying indicia and a reference mark that indicates a direction of orientation visible on each of the plurality of dose indicators. A layer of adhesive on a lower surface of the plurality of dose indicators allows the plurality of does indicators to be attached to the top surface of the time indicating sheet such that the reference mark visibly indicates a direction of orientation that is associated with one of the plurality of time indicating indicia.

Abstract: A dosage reminder device (100) and medication carton (130) includes an indicator/support (140) formed from the carton's flat exterior wall (132) retentively engaging a rotateable ring (110). The ring includes dosage time period indicia (118) establishing (120) a dosage schedule and the indicator includes a co-operating next dose pointer (146) for selecting the next dosage time period so indicated. A patient can rotate the ring to align the next scheduled dosage time period with the indicator pointer. The indicator pointer and the scheduled dosage time period form a reminder indicating when the next dose is due or when the last dose was taken.

Abstract: A schedule indicator (14) is provided having a wall with a first selection arrow (13) and a base (16). The base has an annular bottom wall (18) with an annular array of upwardly projecting protrusions (20). The schedule indicator also includes a first condition indicating ring (24) and a second condition indicating knob (25) positioned concentrically within the indicating ring. The indicating ring has a peripheral top surface (27) having an annular array of timing indicia (28), a recessed top surface (29) having an annular array of top depressions (31), and a bottom surface (32) with an annular array of bottom depressions (33). The indicating knob has a grasping portion (37) with a second selection arrow (38) thereon, and at least one protrusion (39) sized and shaped to be releasably received within the indicating ring top depressions (31).

Abstract: A calculated medicine dose dispensing apparatus includes a medicine bottle and a calculated dose medicine dispenser specific to the medicine bottle and a particular medicine. The medicine bottle has a neck and a bottle cap installed on the neck. The dose dispenser includes a cup in the shape of a truncated cone with a large diameter open end and an end wall closing the small diameter end. The end wall has a circular indent defined by an indent sidewall. The dose cup fits on the bottle cap with the large open end facing down and the bottle cap frictionally installed in the cup indent. A dial assembly is installed on the dose cup on the exterior of the end wall. The dial assembly calculates the proper dose of the medicine for the patient according to a patient parameter such as weight. The dial assembly includes a dial and a data disc. The data disc is installed on the dose cup end wall and carries at least two information sets that are circularly arranged, spaced apart information bits.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a container 14 having a stationary ring 16 and a rotative ring 18 disposed near the top portion of a bottle. The stationary ring 16 is labeled incrementally with time periods, such as hours, with smaller increments indicative of shorter time positioned therebetween. The rotative ring 18 has similar time indications with an arrow 24 at the zero or start time. The rotative ring 18 being indicative of a start time is moved until the arrow aligns with the actual time that the container 14 was filled. When a user 12 wishes to determine the length of time expired since the container 14 was filled, the user obtains the actual time from a watch or clock and refers to a position on the stationary ring 16 correlating to the obtained time whereupon reference is made to the rotative ring 18 at the point opposing the stationary ring 16 which discloses an elapsed time period since the container's 14 contents were prepared.

Abstract: Reminders of daily or other periodic tasks are most desirable when they are simple to operate and easily distinguishable. A reusable device that provides tracking of task performance by multiple independently movable arms that lock into position provides a clear visual cue as to use and eliminates potential unintentional movement of the arms. The arms can be pivotally or slidably mounted to a base. The pivotal mounting can include a mechanical hinge or a flexible material providing a living hinge. The lock releasably secures the arms independently in two or more positions indicating to the user the performance of a task such as taking a medication one or more times during a day or other period of time. At the end of the cycle of use, usually one week, the arms may be reset and the device used again. The device may be small enough and include a fastener to mount it to a pill bottle, specific to what is in need of reminding the user.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an indicator or numbering device for keeping track of the number of vitamins/medicine pills that one has taken. The present invention comprises a circular cover disk having a circular base plate disposed therein which plate is attached to the top of a medicine bottle, along with an indicator disposed between the cover disk and the base plate whereby the cover disk has an aperture therein which permits viewing of the days of the week which are stamped onto the top of the circular base plate. The indicator operates rotatably between the cover disk and the base plate to indicate the number of medications taken on a given day. The present invention may utilize a two-sided, adhesive strip for attachment of the circular base plate to the top of a medicine bottle.

Abstract: A rotatable dial, with first and second windows, mounted on top of a container closure cap; imprinted first set of information on top of the cap positioned to be sequentially viewable throughout its entire range through the first window upon indexed rotation of the dial; imprinted second set of information on top of the cap positioned to be sequentially viewable throughout its entire range through the second window when the first window is set to view a bit of the first set of information; and the second set of information is dependently related to the first set of information.

Abstract: The invention provides microstructured time dependent indicators including timers, time/temperature indicators, etc. The indicators are preferably highly accurate and easy to read. The invention also includes indicators which are game pieces, calendars, greeting cards, etc. The indicators function by flow of a material through channels of a microstructured substrate.

Abstract: A tracking device for tracking the ingestion of a plurality of doses of an ingestible material from a container has a time indicating sheet and a plurality of dose indicators. A plurality of time indicating indicia is imprinted on a top surface of the time indicating sheet, each of the plurality of time indicating indicia being spacially separated from each other on the top surface and being adapted to indicate a time period. The plurality of dose indicators each have printed on an upper surface one of a plurality of dose identifying indicia and a reference mark that indicates a direction of orientation visible on each of the plurality of dose indicators. A layer of adhesive on a lower surface of the plurality of dose indicators allows the plurality of does indicators to be attached to the top surface of the time indicating sheet such that the reference mark visibly indicates a direction of orientation that is associated with one of the plurality of time indicating indicia.

Abstract: Reminders of daily or other periodic tasks are most desirable when they are simple to operate and easily distinguishable. A reusable device that provides tracking of task performance by multiple independently movable arms that lock into position provides a clear visual cue as to use and eliminates potential unintentional movement of the arms. The arms can be pivotally or slidably mounted to a base. The pivotal mounting can include a mechanical hinge or a flexible material providing a living hinge. The lock releasably secures the arms independently in two or more positions indicating to the user the performance of a task such as taking a medication one or more times during a day or other period of time. At the end of the cycle of use, usually one week, the arms may be reset and the device used again. The device may be small enough and include a fastener to mount it to a pill bottle, specific to what is in need of reminding the user.

Abstract: A portable dispenser for medical preparations comprising a box. An insert having several compartments arranged in columns and rows is adapted to be inserted into the box. A side cover which closes an opening in the side of the box is removable to allow the insertion and removal of the insert through the opening. The top portion of the dispenser has a plurality of surface covers slidable in grooves so that the surface cover is extractable in one direction. A locking arrangement locks the surface covers in a position closing the compartments.

Abstract: A dosage reminder device (100) and medication carton (130) includes an indicator/support (140) formed from the carton's flat exterior wall (132) retentively engaging a rotateable ring (110). The ring includes dosage time period indicia (118) establishing (120) a dosage schedule and the indicator includes a co-operating next dose pointer (146) for selecting the next dosage time period so indicated. A patient can rotate the ring to align the next scheduled dosage time period with the indicator pointer. The indicator pointer and the scheduled dosage time period form a reminder indicating when the next dose is due or when the last dose was taken.

Abstract: A time conversion device has a body section having a table of time zones printed thereon. A tubular sleeve is provided and fits over the body section. The tubular sleeve has a fixed portion which displays a local 12 hour column and a window which shows the corresponding time zones as printed on the body section. A fastening device is used for rotatably coupling the tubular sleeve to the body section.

Abstract: An information recording device having an attachment element for attachment to a grease fitting of a bearing assembly and a recording device attached thereto having date indicia to record installation date and/or maintenance records. The recording device further includes a grease fitting protective cap to fit over and enclose the grease fitting.

Abstract: A medication dosage reminder device (100) operating on the exterior wall surface of a medication container (C) includes a band support (110) on the wall and a flexible band (132) continuously mounted (132m) closely around the wall of the container, above the band support. A single device is suitable for a large variety of common medication container shapes and sizes. Mating contact areas (112) (136), on the two members limit movement of the mounted band when they are selectively engaged. The mounted band is otherwise free to rotate about the container. Co-operating indicia on the device include an indicator pointer (138) and dosage time periods (120) that may be inscribed (122) to establish a highly customized dosage schedule. A patient rotates the band to indicate the next scheduled dosage time period. The indicator pointer and the scheduled dosage time period form a reminder indicating when the next dose is due or when the last dose was taken.

Abstract: A medication dose reminder that is readily visible at a distance that is safe and easy to use.

Abstract: A contact lens case for tracking as time of use for both a left and right contact lens. The case includes a base having a top side; a left side cup and right side cup positioned on the top side of the base each receiving a respective one of the left and right contact lenses; a left side timing mechanism for indicating a month and date related to use of the left contact lens; and a right side timing mechanism for indicating a month and date related to use of the right contact lens. The left and right side timing mechanisms may each include a digital display indicating a month and date related to use of the left and right contact lenses, respectively. Alternatively, the left and right timing mechanisms may each include a month and date wheel rotatably secured to the base for providing a month and date related to a respective contact lens. The rotatable month and date wheels of the left and right timing mechanisms each include a locking mechanism for preventing unwanted rotation of the wheels.

Abstract: A hexagonal slide ruler for performing complex calculations such as the day of the week of a particular date, has six body members adapted to move relative to each other. The first body member has a first side with first indicia thereon and a second side with second indicia thereon. The second body member has a third side with third indicia for aligning the second indicia and a fourth side with fourth indicia thereon. The third body member has a fifth side with fifth indicia for aligning with the fourth indicia and a sixth side with sixth indicia thereon. The fourth body member has a seventh side with seventh indicia for aligning with the sixth indicia and an eighth side with eight indicia thereon. The fifth body member has a ninth side with ninth indicia for aligning with the eight indicia and a tenth side with tenth indicia thereon.

Abstract: A medication dosage reminder device includes a cruciform hub that attaches to a medication container and an annular dial that is pinned between the hub and the container but is otherwise free to rotate about the hub. The dial includes time of day indicia and the hub includes a co-operating pointer for selecting the time of day so indicated. A patient can rotate the dial about the hub to indicate the time at which the last dose of medication was taken or the time at which the next dose of medication is due.