Intelligent Patient-Controlled Oral Liquid Medicine Dispenser and Deactivation System
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
A novel, synergistic system integrating AI, IoT, blockchain, and machine learning to enhance patient-controlled liquid oral medicine dispensing and deactivation, ensuring medication adherence, secure data storage, and optimized dosing regimens.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patient-controlled oral liquid medicine dispenser and deactivation system addressed the limitations of invasive medication administration. However, it lacked the capabilities to track medication adherence, ensure secure data storage, and optimize dosing regimens. The new inventive concept solves these problems by integrating distinct technologies to create a more powerful and effective system.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The system comprises a patient-controlled oral liquid medicine dispenser and deactivation system with a dosing container, spillway, sealed waste receptacle, and suction apparatus. The innovative aspect lies in the integration of an AI-powered monitoring module to track medication adherence and send alerts for non-compliance, a blockchain-based secure data storage and sharing platform, IoT-enabled sensors to monitor and control the dispensing process, and machine learning algorithms to predict optimal dosing regimens. The system can be further integrated with wearable devices and cloud-based analytics platforms to enhance its functionality.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of the new claims lies in the synergistic integration of AI, IoT, blockchain, and machine learning technologies with the patient-controlled oral liquid medicine dispenser and deactivation system, providing a more comprehensive and effective solution for medication management. The inventive step is the combination of these distinct technologies to create a new, more powerful system that addresses the limitations of the original patent.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include varying the type of AI algorithm used, incorporating additional sensors or monitoring devices, or integrating the system with other healthcare technologies. Variations may include adapting the system for different types of medications, patient populations, or care settings.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The intelligent patient-controlled oral liquid medicine dispenser and deactivation system has significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the areas of medication management, patient adherence, and personalized medicine. Target markets may include hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, and healthcare technology providers.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61J7/0053 |
| A | A61 | A61J1/22 |
| G | G16 | G16H20/13 |
| A | A61 | A61J2200/30 |
| A | A61 | A61J2200/70 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,504 |
|---|---|
| Title | Patient-controlled liquid oral medicine dispenser and deactivation system |
| Assignee(s) | Yale University |