This little slider is such a simple solution, but it works PERFECTLY for me. I was always forgetting to take my medication, and it started affecting my mental health, but I was struggling to find a solution.
Pill cases were too clunky, as I only have one pill I need to take, plus the reminder to actually fill the thing up.
Alarms on my phone didn’t work, because if I was busy when it went off, I’d say “I’ll take it in a couple minutes”, and then immediately forget. My medication is also one I don’t have to take at the same exact time each day.
Apps didn’t work for the same reason, because even if I did take the pill, I’d forget to mark it in the app, so then I’d think “wait….did I actually take one?” which leads to missed or double doses.
Marking on a white board also didn’t work because it was an extra step I’d still get distracted. (Notice a theme of easily distracted…)
That’s where take-n-slide fixed the issue. It is a physical thing I have to actually move that it is attached right to my pill bottle, so as I’m twisting off the cap, I can move the toggle in basically one movement. The toggles also don’t move easily, so I’m not worried about accidentally bumping them. They have a clear and satisfying click when moved, and the color code makes it so easy for me to glance and see if I have taken my medication that day. I bought a second for my sister, so now we send each other pictures of our fully green week to share that we’ve taken our meds each day! It’s a fun motivation.
They say they are reusable, I haven’t actually tested that; I just use the same pill bottle and refill it with my refills. I’ve been using the same one for close to a year and it hasn’t budged, nor have the toggles become loose or weak! It comes with 5 take-n-slides, I gave some to my husband for his medication (though one he just uses as a fidget toy, and the toggles have STILL held up to that constant use)
Such a genius solution, very high quality plastic and adhesive. It’s almost a shame I only take one medication, I want to buy more just to support this business! Highly recommend for anyone that gets easily distracted and forgetful, or just needs more physical reminders vs digital.
