System and apparatus for the dispensing of drugs

Details System and apparatus for the dispensing of drugs System and apparatus for the dispensing of drugs

2006-05-09

2006-05-09

Crawford, Gene O. (Department: 3651)

Article dispensing

Plural sources, stacks or compartments

With non-dispensing compartment

C221S099000, C700S231000, C700S236000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07040504

ABSTRACT:
A system and apparatus are described in which modular receptacles are filled and transported to automated dispensing machines for later retrieval and distribution. A system of the present invention includes the loading, refilling, and replacement of the modular receptacles at various stages in the process of the invention. The present invention results in a more efficient and easier to manage system for distribution of such items as medical supplies and drugs.

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