Medicine Reminder Dispenser Kit with Arduino Nano + Servo
Build a Timed Medicine Reminder with Arduino Nano & Servo
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
This kit transforms the concept of medication adherence into a hands-on electronics project. You’ll assemble a system that uses a real-time clock to trigger a buzzer and a servo exactly when a dose is due, mimicking tools that help millions manage daily medicines without missing alarms. It’s a perfect blend of health-tech awareness and beginner-friendly microcontroller programming.
What You'll Build
By the end of the assembly, you’ll have a working reminder device built on a breadboard: the 16×2 LCD shows the next scheduled dose time, a buzzer sounds the alert, and the SG90 servo rotates to deliver a pill or indicate the reminder. You’ll understand how embedded systems can solve real-world health monitoring challenges right from your workbench.
What You'll Learn
- Connecting a DS3231 RTC for precise, battery-backed timekeeping
- Programming Arduino Nano to read time and activate outputs at set intervals
- Interfacing a 16×2 LCD via I2C backpack to display custom messages
- Controlling a servo motor and active buzzer for physical notification
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Nano | x1 |
| DS3231 RTC | x1 |
| SG90 Servo | x1 |
| Active Buzzer | x1 |
| 16x2 LCD | x1 |
| I2C Backpack | x1 |
| Tactile Button | x2 |
| 4.7kΩ Resistors | x5 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | x5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | x1 |
| M-M Wires | x20 |
| 9V Battery Snap | x1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
This kit is ideal for CBSE Class 11–12 students exploring embedded systems, ATL Tinkering Lab participants preparing a health-tech prototype, and B.Tech first-year ECE/EEE students starting mini-projects. Hobbyists aged 10+ who want a meaningful introduction to automation and RTC programming will find the assembly clear and rewarding. It’s equally suited for school science exhibitions or a weekend build with a parent.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code inside the box to chat with the AI companion, which knows your circuit and code line-by-line. For additional help, drop a WhatsApp message to our support number — we’ll guide you within a few hours.
Can I set multiple medicine times in the code?
Absolutely. The Arduino sketch supports multiple alarm windows. You can modify the array of times directly in the code, and the RTC will trigger the servo and buzzer at each scheduled point.
Does the servo actually dispense a pill?
The servo rotates a small platform or lever. With a simple cardboard attachment (not included), you can build a gravity-fed pill chute. The kit provides the precise electronic actuation; the mechanical dispenser design is part of the learning challenge.
Is this device safe for actual medication reminders at home?
This is an educational prototyping kit. While the electronics work reliably, it does not have medical-grade redundancy. You may use it as a supportive reminder in a supervised home setting, but always follow your doctor’s guidance for critical medication schedules.
DS3231 RTC triggers buzzer and servo at programmed medicine times. LCD shows next dose time.
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items