Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Logging Variable Doses


OnTimeRx user inquiry:
I recently downloaded your app OnTimeRx, and can't seem to find an option for a variable dosage schedule.  For example: several of my prescriptions are on an "as needed" (PRN) basis and on the directions it says I can take 1-2 pills depending on my needs at that time.
It would be very helpful, especially for logging purposes, to specify whether I took one or two, so I could look at my log and know with total accuracy what I've taken on any given day.

Tech Support response:  
Thanks for the excellent suggestion.   This enhancement will be added to our “Wish List” and will be given full consideration for a future upgrade.   The current versions of OnTimeRx do not currently have this feature/capability, but it is desirable information to track, especially for the many patients who have to manage “serious” PRN meds. 

Things are handled a little differently on the two platforms - iOS and Android, but basically the same logic is used on both.

Suggested Solution/Workaround:
  1. Enter two separate drug records for the different doses of the same medication.  (Example:  Aleve-1tab and Aleve-2tabs)  
  2. Toggle the Schedule from Routine to PRN. 
  3. When you need to take a dose, select the appropriate drug-dose from MyMeds and use Take Now button to log it.   (Example: Aleve-2tabs will display on the Log record on this date/time.) 
  4. Divide your pill count 1/3 and 2/3 between these 2 records so each dose taken will count down appropriately.  MyMeds display will give you a rough idea how many days supply you have left for those 2 entries.
Hope this helps for the time being.  Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and suggestions.  User input is very helpful and always welcome.