I would need to check on the scheduled doses. I know for PRN you can have a pin. I didn’t have a pin set up for the scheduled doses but I *think* it can be.
Thanks that helps. Wish it had an app, but I could live with it the way it is. I'm looking to purchase one within the next year and I was just a little unsure until I watched your review.
You're right. There are others looking for this information. Thank you for your service😊 My 27 ? Year old select comfort has gone flat on one side. Reversed hoses and 2 nights later, the other bladder was flat. Soppy water tested connections, took cover off pump, no leaks detected. If it goes flat again, I'll try a rem. It's been 7 years, any updates on how its doing? Thanks
Some of the Sleep Number beds have the pump built into the boxspring/base I’m going to be installing one of these in my bed Monday night when I get home from work because the pump failed on my bed and it was going to cost big bucks to replace it
@@unapologetically_me the back patio door is covered with a large patio overhang for a roof. So unless it rains sideways I’m good . I’ve had this door for years- literally. No major complaints from me.
The air hoses come out of the back end of the mattress, then you cut off the manufacturer tips and slip on the new ones and then they connect to the pump. I am sorry, did not have someone to hold the camera.
Thank you for posting. How do you like it after two years? We are experiencing a crisis in med management and looking for solutions which gives my son independence and a back up safety net. There is a lack of videos which is understandable, from caregivers or users .
My spouse passed away Feb 2022. The Medacube worked as expected and described the entire time, and it was awesome. Her medication regimen got to be so much that I rented a second dispenser for the last 6 months of her life. I have tried to do answer questions.
Thank you for posting this video. It was very informative and helpful. Since it’s been a couple of years since you’ve posted it, I was wondering if you’re still enjoying the unit and if you’d recommend purchasing it? It’s quite an investment for me and your opinion means a lot to me. Thanks so much.
My spouse passed away Feb 2022. However, the machine worked as expected during the ENTIRE TIME. I would not have been able to have her home and care for her until her last day if I had not had the MedaCube. She was on too many medications to track manually. Medical Professionals were surprised she was still home and not in a nursing home- all thanks to Medacube.
@@porquepine I am so sorry for your loss. Your spouse is at peace now and I wish you and your family all the best in 2023. I'm sure it was a blessing for her to be at home being cared for by you rather than in a facility. You're a saint.
Thank you SO MUCH for this video and for replying to the questions asked by viewers. Truly, I appreciate all of the information. Just one question, did you get the extended warranty? Like another commented, the 90-day warranty on such an expensive item scares me and price of the extended warranty seems too high. Thanks again!
I purchased the device when it first came to market. So the 90-day warranty was not even available or offered at the time. I think I said in another response that the first Medacube did have issues, and I had to request a new one in an about a 9-month time frame. However, the second one has lasted a few years now with no issues.
If the doctor changes dosage of a certain med, is it difficult to make changes to that specific medication. Like emptying old pills and refilling with new ones? Also, What about 1 med that needs be taken 3 times a week while all other meds need to be taken daily. Also, any options for PRN meds? Looking for to use this for my dad who needs medication management for mild dementia
It is not difficult to change medication. If a medication is discontinued, you delete that med from the system. You then add the new medication in it's place. As for the 3x a week medication- very easy. You can literally pick what days the medication drops and at what time. Does not matter if it is 3x a week or 3x a day, it is very easy to program and very user friendly in that regard.
Thank you for your video! I'm considering this for my mom as she's on 15 different medications at 4 different times a day and doing her individual slots is just a hassle. I agree, not at all large for what it holds and the price is well worth it. Any update since you've owned it a while now? Their 90-day warranty is what scares me. Spending that much I'd expect the warranty to be 1-3 or even 5 years! Thanks in advance!
MedaCube products are lemons. Don't buy or experience losing your money as I did. I bought two new MedaCube and not refurbish units from PharmAdva, LLC about less than a year ago. One for my elderly mom and the other for my elderly dad. Straight out of pocket cost. Social Security or Medicare/Medicaid doesn’t cover the cost of these electronics. Once a MedaCube arrives right out of the box it was a defective unit with a Mechanical fault and was told by PharmAdva representative to return the unit and I would be sent back of the line of other customers and wait another 4 weeks not including shipping time until new MedaCube were in stock. The other MedaCube seems to have no problem. After 4 weeks, the other MedaCube arrives and again has problems shutting the dispensing door and the problem was due to a loose metal sensor reflective plate. I was told to either ship it back and wait for another 4 weeks plus shipping time of 2 weeks or superglue the part myself per PharmAdva representative direction. To save time I decided to glue the part myself. I started questioning the quality build of MedaCube. Lo and behold the other MedaCube now breaks down less than a year later and now PharmAdva wants me to pay another $350 plus shipping cost to get a replacement. How would you like to purchase an electronic product you spent at the time it cost $1,400 plus for each product like a smart TV, laptop, or some other electronic device and it breaks less than a year after purchase, oh and by the way, it’s out of warranty but the manufacture will let you pay another $350 plus shipping to received a replacement which could break down again less than a year later and you will have to pay another $350 plus shipping? What I wrote is fact and not an opinion. You have been warned.
As you already know, I do not represent the company and I am sorry you did not have a good experience. After some time I will say that I too had a machine have mechanical issues and had to return it (during the one year period) .. however the replacement came within days. I understand your frustration, however, for someone that is carrying for a person that takes an enormous amount of medication everyday, I chalk up the inconvenience of the device breaking to the cost of the convenience of not having to drop pills in a plastic pill holder. I did the manual thing before and it took me literally all day long to get a month filled.
I do not have the instructions, but found this. lost instructions. How do I sync 3 call buttons to 3 bells so that it rings all 3 places in I press any of the 3 call buttons?? A: Step 1:Press the " forward " / " backward " button on the receiver to choose your favorite melody. Step 2:Press and hold down the volume button ,until it makes a "Ding" sound and the receiver indicator flashes. Step 3:Press the call button quickly,it will makes a "Ding-Ding" sound and the receiver indicator flashes. Step 4:Press the call button again to confirm whether the current ringtone is the one you have set,if yes,the pairing is completed.
Could have been 3k and I would have paid it. When you have someone that is prescribed 28 prescriptions and is taking over 30 pills a day. at different times, this this is a lifesaver.
Is your door still working good? No problems? I am looking into the large model too for my dogs as a wall mount. I three Great Pyrenees and a German shepherd. I am hoping they all can fit through. Lol!
It is- I believe they have done some manufacturing changes to fix a few things. I will admit I’ve bought 2 more. One because I was fixing parts on it and it was just having a hard time and the other cause a dog broke it. Let me explain- the cable that pulls up the door used to chaff bad- they have fixed this on newer models. They dog that broke another was visiting and the door freaked him out. My largest dog is about 70 pounds and fits fine. The height of their shoulders is what you need to look at. My boxer would be considered a medium sized dog and fits no problem.
@@porquepine So the visiting dog broke the door by running into it🤔? What actually broke? ..the door panel? ..the track? ..the lifting mechanism? I'm asking because I would like to know how well it would withstand an intruder's kick.
I believe they only make one. Here is what I got located on Amazon.com www.amazon.com/System-Compatible-Number-Comfort-Mattresses/dp/B01M8J8EVA?ref_=ast_sto_dp
Hi, thank you for your comment. We get this idea a lot at first glance. There are two main differences between caregiver pager and the doorbell is what inside. 1. Normally the working range of doorbells is 30-50m indoor. The caregiver pager has a stronger and more stable connection between the buzzer and the SOS button, this way the working range can reach up to 80-150m, long enough for all homes. This way the the person in need will always get help in time. 2. Nornal doorbell buttons can only last for 1500 times, but our sos buttons are made with low consumption chips to enhance the working times to 4000-10000 times(last 6-8 months if you press 10 times a day). And there is low battery volume alert on the button, will flash constantly to tell you it's time to change the battery. So you don't need to replace your battery frequently and worry your calls didn't get through.
if you are asking if you can use this to dispense supplements such as vitamins and such, yes. I currently have it dispensing biotin along with all her other medication
@@billenur As you know, they do not make it clear. Flip the FOB over so you are looking at the back. Then you have to use your thumb to slide the back upwards and it will click out of the locked position
I currently have a Hero that I've outgrown and am shopping for it's replacement. One of the issues I have with the hero is that I have to press the button and wait for it to dispense pills. So even though it's time for meds, I still have to press the button and wait. Is the MedaCube the same way? I've found myself hitting the button and then going on about my day and forgetting to take them until it's time for meds again.
@@jimmymcgill5572 The Hero only holds 10 medications. So if you take more than 10 you have to manually do some. Not a big deal if you only have 1 or 2 extra, but I'm at 19 now and it's getting complicated.
My spouse is up to over 20 medications. We have a system: a few bottles are by the bed for night time. Then most of the regulars are in the Medacube. If you are over 10, then yes, this machine is a lifesaver and worth every penny. I will even say that I have had to return one due to some issues and their customer service and support was top notch! They rushed me a new one- had it programmed with the information on the machine I was going to return. All I had to do was load the pills from the old machine into the new one.
also, to answer you, the pills are gathered first in the machine- it will continuously notify you that it is time to take the pills and then you push a digital button and the pills will immediately pop out for you. The medication is prepared so that it is ready to go by the time that you are supposed to take them.
I like how you can buy this outright and there’s no monthly fees. The Hero and Livi pill dispensers cost $25 to $30 per month and you don’t own the machines. That adds up if your using them more then 3-4 year’s. I also like how the Medacube has 16 bins compared to the Hero’s 10. The Medacube and Hero are basically the same operating system’s/mechanisms. The Livi has a lot of extra parts for the bins to make it work but the Livi is a way lot quieter and faster. Thanks for showing us the Medacube.
The first machine died in the first 2 months but they overnighted a new machine to me no questions asked. Second one has been flawless and everything I hoped
@@Larsen1969 They are difficult to reach via phone and because you are overseas they may not call internationally. I believe they are in New York. I would email them.
Thanks for taking the time to do this. I was wondering what the alarms sound like, and none of them sounded emergency-y enough, which is great to know. I owe you a beer.
I have had my MedaCube for the better part of a year now, and I love it. I have had absolutely no problems with the device from the day it first arrived and I set it up. Everything about the unit is terrific - from the design of the product to the ease of use. I love being able to put a 90-day supply of meds in the large containers and not having to worry about refilling for almost three months. There are two size bins - one size for smaller meds, and another for the larger-sized meds. I don't consider the unit to be huge at all! It is the perfect size. I keep it on my kitchen counter along with other appliances which I use on a daily basis. If you have an elderly parent who takes a number of daily meds, this device would be ideal. If you yourself just want to treat yourself to a great device which facilitates the taking of your daily medication, you will enjoy this machine. Give it a try - I think you will be pleased.
It will literally drop four of the pill from that tray that you filled. My spouse has a few pills of one medication and that is common- it works perfectly and will dispense at prescribed.
Bella Gray yes it can. The online portion is what will alert the caregiver (s) that a pill is low or didn’t go out. It will also call the caregivers on the phone with automated alerts.
It will work offline. The online feature is to notify the caregivers when a pill is running low or they did not take a pill or maybe they accidentally did not empty the container all the way and left a pill in it. The online feature is used to notify you if the power goes out and it has a 24-hour battery backup and just about anything else that is happening with it. I have had my internet go out and it will still operate. I will get a notification that the communication with the Medacube has disconnected.
@@bellagray4444 I would say the size of a decent size food processor. As for me, I had a separate area set up i the living room. I purchased very compact multiple drawers with shelves from amazon, and it was on wheels. This became the "Medication" storage area for all involved in her care. For those of us that are caregivers- we know that it is not just dispensing medication but also storage that is a concern.
