Lockable pill container and methods

Details Lockable pill container and methods Lockable pill container and methods

2011-08-30

2011-08-30

Pickett, J. Gregory (Department: 3788)

Special receptacle or package

For ampule, capsule, pellet, or granule

Compartmented

C206S001500, C206S533000, C206S539000, C220S023800

Reexamination Certificate

active

08006845

ABSTRACT:
A lockable pill container includes a holder defining at least one compartment having an access opening providing access to a pill holder interior volume. At least one lid is moveable between a covering position and an open position. The lid includes a first locking member that is sized to project into the holder when the respective lid is in the covering position. A second locking member is moveable between a locking position and a release position. The locking position includes a position in which the second locking member engages a first locking member of the at least one lid in the covering position. The release position includes a position in which the second locking member is disengaged from all of the first locking members. The second locking member includes opposite first and second ends. The second locking member is moveable from the locking position to the release position by application of a force against the second end. The second locking member is moveable from the release position to the locking position by application of a force against the first end. A visual indicator, such as color, can be used to help the user know when the container is locked or not locked. A tactile indicator can be used to help the user know when the container is locked or not locked.

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