Easy setup with pharmacist support.
Medicine Management
It is important that you take the right dose of your prescribed medicines at the right time each day to get the most from your medicines to control your condition(s) as much as possible. This can sometimes be difficult if you take more than one medicine. One way in which this can be made easier is for your medicines to be supplied in a Monitored Dosage System, which provides you with a separate compartment for each dosage time of the day.
Simple, consistent medication management for daily life.
What is a Monitored Dosage System?
A monitored dosage system (MDS) is a medication storage device designed to simplify the administration of solid oral dose medication, especially for those on multiple medications. It aims to address the issues of difficulty accessing medication due to sight impairment or other disability and/or forgetfulness.
MDS devices are usually a variation on the design of a box or a blister pack, divided into days of the week with several compartments per day to allow for the different timing of doses such as breakfast, lunch, dinner and bedtime.
Our Pharmacist can help identify which patients this type of system would be suitable for.
Accuracy Checked
Pharmacist-verified packs for safety.
Custom Scheduling
Tailored dose times to match prescriptions.
Delivery Options
Flexible delivery or in-store collection available.
Organised packs, safer doses.
Who is it for
MDS may be suitable for patients in the following circumstances:
You struggle to organise medications and find it difficult to remember to take them at the correct time each day
You have a large number of medications to take each day
You find it difficult to remove medication from its packaging
You have a carer who helps you to ensure you take your medicines correctly.
Key Benefits
Dosette box helps you manage your medication by organising it into clearly labelled daily and time-specific compartments. This makes it easier to keep track of what to take and when, reducing the risk of missed or incorrect doses.
Dosette boxes are particularly helpful for patients who may be at risk of medication errors, including those with memory difficulties. They also allow family members and carers to easily monitor whether medication has been taken, providing added reassurance.
This service is widely used by patients managing complex medication routines and can also provide reassurance for family members and carers. It may help reduce medication wastage and lower the risk of accidental overdose.
Simple and convenient way to organise medication
Helps prevent missed or incorrect doses
Makes it easier to track medication throughout the day
Supports patients, families, and carers with medication management
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about monitored dosage services.
Who can use the monitored dosage system?
Anyone prescribed multiple medicines, people with complex schedules or those who struggle with standard packaging can benefit. We assess suitability during signup.
How are packs prepared and checked?
Pharmacy staff prepare packs according to prescriptions and a pharmacist performs a final accuracy and safety check before release.
Can my prescription change later?
Yes. We update packs promptly when prescriptions change. Please inform us or your prescriber of any adjustments.
Do you offer delivery?
Yes. We provide scheduled home deliveries or you may collect from the pharmacy
Is this service covered by NHS or charged?
Coverage varies. We will discuss costs and any NHS funding eligibility during the initial consultation.