Doesn't look like this would apply in the case of atomoxetine (Strattera) but for anyone considering this idea with one of the scheduled medications, be sure to check your local laws first. Some jurisdictions may require certain types of medications to be stored in the bottle from the pharmacy with the patient's current prescription information on the label.
this post was submitted on 23 Apr 2025
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My wife has a poison ring, about the only thing it is large enough to hold is a Claritin, maybe two. It cannot even hold a generic ibuprofen.
I have Earpeace plugs and the container is hanging from my keyring, the lower compartment holds pills nicely.
Arent the meds heat sensitive and shouldnt be stored over 37°C (or something usually around room tenperature)?
Haven't heard about them being heat sensitive more than any other pill, but eg. Elvanse capsules start to dissolve if they come in touch with moisture causing them to become fragile, so I'd put a bit of cotton or paper if I were to stash those.
Think I read in the package manual (in Germany we call it Beipackzettel) that the meds shouldnt be kept for long durations above a certain temperature. And I believe that was somehwat around room temperature.
Thats pretty sweet, it reminds me of the Soviet era cyanide fake tooth pills. Which would actually be kinda handy for an emergency Excedrin like after a night of drinking.
I use one of these to keep a single atomoxetine capsule in if we are going to be out when I need to take it. It fits perfectly and I can keep it in my pocket or backpack without worry that it will get damaged or wet. Not sure if yours comes differently, but mine have always been a capsule and not a caplet (a capsule being a casing with powder in it and a caplet being an oblong solid pill of pressed medication).
You need to be sure whatever you use fully seals out moisture, and protects the capsule from being damaged. The powder inside isn't great to get in your eyes which could happen if it breaks and some gets in your hands without you realizing it.
I just realized I used the wrong word in the post. Strattera is only available as a capsule.
I think some people just use them interchangeably (or more likely, call both pills and capsules, pills). At least in my language/country. Because in general it's an unimportant detail if both need to be swallowed.
Of course medical professionals would use the correct terms, I mean regular people in a conversation.
I used something like that back when I had scheduled medication. It's really convenient, especially if you have to be outside when you're taking the med. Tho sitting unused most of the time now, I still have mine, made of brass with brushed finish, smells metalic but looks dope.
Well now I want a poison ring
I don't like rings so nope.
I do have a mint box at work in case I forgot.