# Modernized Waste-Free Medication Packaging The 'MicroMed' Portable Medicine Dispenser is Reusable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-06-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-medicine-dispenser References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2022/06/03/micromed-portable-medicine-dispenser-eliminates-the-wasteful-blister-packaging/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=micromed-portable-medicine-dispenser-eliminates-the-wasteful-blister-packaging)  Medication packaging often consists of [blister packs or containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blister-pack-recycling) that need to be thrown away after use, so the conceptual 'MicroMed' portable medicine dispenser is positioned as a more eco-friendly alternative. The medication packaging allows for intuitive refilling thanks to its [cartridge system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refillable-packaging-innovation), which is perfect for those who need to regularly take medication. The entire unit ensures nothing is thrown out after use to reduce the amount of material that's headed to the landfill on a regular basis. The conceptual 'MicroMed' portable medicine dispenser is the design work of Darius Fernandes, Jamie Saunders, Sebastian Gallimore and Vincent Lacsamana, and uses a [color-coded system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stylish-pill-box). This ensures that the dispensers, which all look the same, can be easily differentiated by the patient at medication time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Medication Packaging:** MicroMed is a modernized, reusable medication dispenser that reduces waste and offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional medication packaging. - **Intuitive Refilling Systems:** MicroMed introduces a cartridge system that simplifies refilling for those who regularly take medication. - **Color-coded Design:** MicroMed's color-coded system allows patients to easily differentiate between medication dispensers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Pharmaceuticals:** Pharmaceutical companies can integrate eco-friendly and intuitive medication packaging designs like MicroMed to reduce their carbon footprint. - **Consumer Electronics:** The design and manufacturing of modern medicine dispensers, like MicroMed, can have a significant impact on the waste reduction and sustainability efforts within the consumer electronics industry. - **Healthcare:** Hospitals and other healthcare institutions can benefit from the sustainability efforts provided by eco-friendly medication packaging like MicroMed. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Friendly Medication Dispenser Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mymemo-pill-dispenser.md) - [Wall-Mounted Medication Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadence-medication-dispenser.md) - [Dosage-Managing Medicine Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medeasy.md) - [Accessible Pill Dispenser Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solopill.md) - [Refillable Prescription Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prescription-service.md) - [Refillable Smart Supplement Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desert-harvest.md) - [Connected Medication Reminder Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ownum-pod.md) - [Child-Friendly Medication Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singing-bottle.md) - [Smart Pill Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-pill-organizers.md)