F . directionSeptember 15, 2022, 17:36:34 IST
Unfortunately, it is very easy to forget to take supplements, medications, and vitamins, especially on days when your regular schedule is completely ignored, and this will help you remember to take your medication on time.
Apple CEO Tim Cook has repeatedly stressed that Apple’s “biggest contribution” to humanity is health. Given the company’s unwavering commitment to its mission, it’s only natural for Apple to add health and fitness-related features to its products.
Apple introduced a much-needed feature to the Apple Watch with WatchOS 9. The new Medicines app from WatchOS 9 allows users to track their medications and schedule reminders.
WatchOS 9 compatibility:
You can download WatchOS 9 on the following Apple Watch models:
Apple Watch Series 4, Apple Watch SE (2020), Apple Watch Series 5, Apple Watch Series 6, Apple Watch Series 7, Apple Watch SE (2022), Apple Watch Series 8, and Apple Watch Ultra. In addition, you need an iPhone that can run iOS 16, such as iPhone 8 (2017) or later. WatchOS 9 can be set up on both iPhone and Apple Watch.
According to Apple, your Apple Watch will automatically notify you when it’s time to take your medication, based on the schedule you set in the Health app on your iPhone.
Steps to register medication schedule on iPhone:
- On your iPhone, open the Health app
- bottom right[参照]and choose[薬]Choose.
- To add a property to the list,[薬を追加]Faucet
- To identify a drug, go to the search box and enter the name of the drug,[追加]to find it.
- Follow the onscreen instructions to create visual identifiers, set schedules, and identify potential interactions.
To record medications and get reminders on your Apple Watch:
- Launch the Medicines app on your Apple Watch.
- Click on the list of current medications.
- Tap Record All as Captured. Your dose, units consumed, and time spent are all recorded by your Apple Watch.
- Scroll down, select your medication from Your Medications and select History to record each dose. Under “Registered” you will see the name of the drug and the time it was recorded.
- You can change the drug’s status by clicking on it. Select Taken or Skips, then tap Done to confirm.
However, Apple cautions that the medication feature should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Pharmaceutical labels provide detailed information, but always check with your doctor before making any health decisions.