# Periodic Prescription Packaging Independent Remedies Streamlines Drug Administration By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-07-14 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/independent-remedies References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2011/7/13/student-spotlight-independent-remedies.html) There are so many features to commend when it comes to the Independent Remedies concept, that it shows just how much research and creative thought went into its conception. Alex Lee of the [University of Leeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drug-tracker) based his project on management of the growing demand for [over-the-counter drugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parfetts) in the UK. When it comes to patient self-care, this simple, streamlined and instructional packaging typology lets doctors easily inform the ill about their prescriptions. Individual medications can be found on a chart that looks like the periodic table, and each separate icon corresponds to the exact appearance of the medicines' labels. With a goal for encouraging the responsible administration and consumption of pills and elixirs, Independent Remedies incorporates [child resistant wrapping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blister-pack-recycling) and a system of QR code scanning for accurate records and additional information. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/branding) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Streamlined Prescription Packaging:** Designing prescription packaging that is simple and easy to use, encouraging responsible administration and consumption of pills and medications. - **Visualization of Medication Administration:** Incorporating charts or visual aids to help patients better understand how to take their medications. - **Incorporating Technology in Medication Management:** Using technology such as QR code scanning for accurate records and additional information. ### Where This Applies - **Pharmaceuticals:** Designing better packaging for prescription drugs that encourages safe and responsible medication management. - **Healthcare Technology:** Incorporating technology into medication management to improve accuracy and accountability. - **Medical Devices:** Creating visualization aids that can help patients better understand the administration of their medications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dosage-Managing Medicine Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medeasy.md) - [Friendly Medication Dispenser Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mymemo-pill-dispenser.md) - [Targeted Treatment Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pharma-care.md) - [Private Label Pill Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitamin-dispensing-system.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Prescription Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowing-relief.md) - [Connected Medication Reminder Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ownum-pod.md) - [Accessible Pill Dispenser Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solopill.md) - [Refillable Prescription Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prescription-service.md) - [Countertop Pill Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m7-pill-organizer.md)