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   Apple Cinnamon Raisin Cake
   
   3 cups flower
   
   1 1/2 cups sugar
   
   1 teaspoon baking soda
   
   1 teaspoon nut meg (I usually go about 2 or 3)
   
   2 teaspoons cinnamon (I usually go 2-3 table spoons but I like it with a lot)
   
   1 cup raisins (I always add more and never measure. Just when it looks like there is enough)
   
   3 cups peeled cubed apples (Try to get tart apples if you can)
   
   1 cup oil
   
   1 teaspoon vanilla
   
   3 eggs
   
   Okay here's what you do. Add everything up to up the apples and give a little stir. Stir in the apples. Stir in the oil and vanilla (not all the way just so the stuff get wet). Add your eggs (Try to make a little valley where you can break the yolks and beat them a little bit). Mix everything well. Put in greased bunt pan. Shove it into your oven at 350 for 60 mins. Sit back and eat the whole damn thing. Perfect for breakfast, snacks and desserts!
   
   This is literally the best way to put it all together, even from what the book says because this gives it the best texture and best strength I added the flower last once and it was a crumbly mass of crumbs. Good with a tiny bit of milk but no bueno for your hands.
   
   I can't make this cake that often either because I'm addicted and I will sit there and eat the whole cake myself, and it's a big cake. I made two one time and I ate both with my dog. And there's really not too much sugar in it. I also forgot to add that there are no photos of this cake because above reason: I ate the photos of the cake too.
   
   Second thing: Art keeps me going because I know no matter what it doesn't matter what anyone says. My Art. My Way.
   
   Third thing: Third thing: It's a bear. It's Rambo. NO! It's rambopandabear! They're hear to to take names and ask if you've met their little friend. (I don't even know)
   
   Fourth Thing: http://www.amazon.com/Duck-1304968-Colored-1-88-Inch-Single/dp/B002TOL43M/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1371450615&sr=8-18&keywords=green
   
   Because everyone needs duck tape for those hard to shut up people and the ones you don't want getting away. Now in the new colour of green, you can use this to fix just about anything in your home or office and keep quiet those pesky coworkers two cubicles down that talk the whole day away. Also available in every colour and pattern under the sun to help keep you entertained.
   
   Okay I hope I kept you entertained and not going OMG why wont she shut up haha. It'll be interesting to see what other people come up with. I'd like this to be my winning item: Mad Hatter Pill Box but if you decide to go under ten or whatever I've got items I can switch it for. Really a fun contest and I hope you have a wonderful and fantastic birthday with friends, family, hopefully drinking if you've got the family I've got, and just good times all around.

In addition to the other great suggestions here I also like these things:

1. This Travel Pill case it is large enough to hold 4 large pills per section, and has 4 sections per day.
   
   
2. The Flip and Tumble Grocery bag . This bag holds a surprising amount, and because it fits on the shoulder, not carried in the hands, it makes it easier to carry.
   
   
3. Table Mate tray table this is the cheaper version of what others suggested, and is a bit less sturdy, but if you are on a limited budget, it works great.
   
   
4. OXO Good Grips Products I love the can opener, but any of their Good Grips products work great. They are specificly designed for people with arthritis.
   
   
5. I feel the most important one of all, though, is a fuzzy comfort blanket . People underestimate how much better you can feel just from wrapping yourself in something soft and warm for a bit. Even if you still hurt, it can make you feel like you can cope with it better.
   
   
   EDIT: I just thought of another thing. The whole homemade coupon book is cheesy, but the truth is that offering to help them with housework, do some laundry, or even just spend time with them is an awesome gift in most cases.

Yes, you do the same thing that they do.

If you're running a "small fleet" chances are that you've got a number of single seat craft which lack the crew to do more than move and attack (which should help speed things up).

If you're controlling more than 2 or 3 ships may help to get rolling aids to speed up that process. Personally I'd recommend using [Roll 20] (https://roll20.net) as that makes rolling, tracking the rolls, tracking stats, etc. much easier; on top of having an easily adjustable battlemap.

If that's not an option, picking up a [large pill organizer] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B077VLFCML/ref=sspa_mw_detail_0?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and dropping a d20 into each one of them would allow you to roll 7 times at once (also useful for easily making hidden rolls).

Here's some other things that might help as well.

Starship Combat Resources

[Starship Role Cards] (https://imgur.com/a/3VFNN)

Created by kuzcoburra, these use the new DCs from [Paizo's FAQ] (http://paizo.com/paizo/faq/v5748nruor1hi#v5748eaic9w55) and allow to to see all the checks you can make at a glance, really good for players to have.

[One Page Starship Roles] (http://homebrewery.naturalcrit.com/share/BkVQ9smBf)

This seems (to me) more geared to a GM or players who routinely fill multiple roles.

[Shipbuilding Tool] (http://jamesturneronline.net/starfinder-ship-builder/)

Solid website that helps you build ships. Simple enough to share designs (exports as JSON data) between people as well.

If you don't feel like opening up and sharing your needs with at least your best friend, then you need to slyly take care of your needs on your own. I just went on a two-week-long trip around the world, visiting different friends in all different places. Some knew I take some meds here and there, some don't. Either way, I didn't feel comfortable bringing it up to any of my friends so I didn't.

This was my strategy. Buy a small pill carry container (if you don't have one already) that has different compartments to store your different medications. This is the one I use, it's small and discrete and you can throw it in a purse. When it's time for you to take your meds, excuse yourself to the bathroom and re-up.

For the food issue, you can either buy snacks/groceries to have in your hotel room, you can persuade your friends to go out to eat with you, you can order (uber-eats, doordash, etc) food to your hotel, or you can make a quick trip out to a fast food stop or any little restaurants around where you guys are staying. Usually, there should be lots of options around. All you have to say is guys, I'm hungry and I'm going to get some food! And I'm sure someone else will be hungry with you, if not, you still have a great excuse to sneak away and grab something.

I have the same sleeping schedule as you so I also needed an excuse to get out of late-night adventures. It might be kind of childish, but when it's time for me to sleep, I go into my room and just pass out. My medication keeps me heavily sedated for a nights sleep, so there's no way for someone to wake me up once I'm asleep. I totally used this to my advantage. I passed out whenever it was time for me to sleep, no one could wake me up, and the next morning I would laugh it off and say "oh yeah I was soooo tired last night." My friends weren't *too* happy, but hey, you gotta do what you gotta do.

Don't let your fears hold you back from an amazing trip! It sounds like you're going to have an incredible time and make memories to last a lifetime. I just got back from my trip so I'm jealous, have an absolute blast and don't ever feel like you need to sacrifice your health for anyone else's wants, needs or desires.

I have a little metal keychain that holds my pills when I need to take them somewhere with me. I bought it on Amazon, the brand is called GUS.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MY9JR0E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BbJYBbTS9MRSV

They are stainless steel and waterproof and have multiple sizes so you should be able to find one that will work for you. It was kind of pricey but I'm glad I got it versus a cheaper one that had questionable reviews. I don't keep my ADHD meds in it as I only take those once a day but I do keep my other meds that I take 2x/day in it as well as my migraine pills. All of them are uncoated and I've never had a problem with them getting crumbly or powdery at all. I had a Tylenol tablet in there for like 2 and a half months and when I took it out it looked like it had just come out of a brand new bottle. It's small enough to be discreet and not uncomfortably bulky but large enough that I'm not going to lose it too easily (I can lose anything if I'm not careful though!). I can put it on my keys, in my purse, in my backpack, or even in a pocket. Or, if I'm with my boyfriend and I'm not carrying anything or we go somewhere where I don't want to take my purse in, I can give it to him and he clips it on to his keys that he clips to his belt loop. It's stainless steel, so it blends in with pretty much anything and doesn't look out of place! Plus since it's waterproof I don't have to worry about making sure it doesn't get wet so it eases my mind a little bit (I've tested it, it really is waterproof).

Hope this helps!

Edit: Added link
(Sorry for the formatting, I'm on mobile!)

I personally have an olive drab 'Rip Away EMT Pouch' from Condor. I work seasonally for the US Forest Service and we are encouraged to keep a small first aid kit with us, I wanted something small that I could stick on the side of my line gear, here is a side profile of the pouch as well.

On the inside I keep some very basic stuff, gloves, a few 4x4s/3x3s/2x2s, a few small bandage rolls and bandaids, a small roll of kling and tape, a thing of quikclot, an icepack, an elastic swat-t tourniquet, cpr faceshield, alcohol preps, an antibiotic ointment, hydrocortisone cream, some blister pads and moleskin and a small bottle of eye wash. I also have this pill organizer stuck in there where I keep some basic OTC meds like ibuprofen, tylenol, asprin, immodium, benadryl, acid reducers, and motion sickness pills. I also have a rolled up sam splint I pack that won't fit in my pouch.

It feels excessive to me sometimes for a 'first aid' kit, but when we are way out in the backcountry away from help I am glad I have it. And I like having a little extra (especially the OTC meds) because there is always someone on the crew who didn't pack anything, and I like to help em out until we get back to camp. I also keep it with me during the off season if I go hiking or camping with friends.

As far as flashlights go, I think I saw it here on r/ems but someone recommended the Cree 7W 300LM Mini LED and holy hell are they awesome, plus at $2.31 a piece they are a steal. Solid body, sturdy metal clip, and runs on a single AA battery. I have like 15 of these things, I keep them in all my vehicles, backpacks, tool drawers, etc. I keep one in my pants when I am at work as well.

Any little present that shows that someone loves me, CFS and all, is honestly the best thing I could get. I think that many of us (definitely me) get in our heads about whether we and our illness are too much of a burden for an SO. Even when we're single we can get in our heads about whether we'd be able to date an imaginary future person. For me this can get really amplified around holidays. A little card, a little toy, anything. It's the meaning behind it for me, doesn't have to be much.

In that vein, a lot of friends have given me stuffed animals since I got sick. While I feel a little silly to be a grown woman with a bunch of stuffed animals in the house it also serves as a nice reminder that I still have friends and they still care about me, even if we aren't always in close touch.

As for CFS specific things, some folks on here showed me this badass medbox with tons of room. I LOVE it.

A good comfy pillow to their liking.

Nice looking compression stockings if they have POTS.

Cozy socks/slippers

I got this almost adult looking sippy cup so that I can keep hydrated when I can't sit up.

A good bedside tray or table.

A SAD light for those who have trouble in the winter.

A nice poster for the walls, unless it's going to visually overstimulate them. When you're looking at walls all day it can be nice to change scenery.

edit: goddamn brain fog words are hard.

I use these pill boxes: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KL740S They hold about 7-8 Creon 24000 pills and are small enough not to be a problem. They do rattle a little at times, but not enough to bother me.

Luckily, I usually only need 1 creon pill per meal/snack, or 2 with a larger fatty meal, so I can get by with a smaller case. Others here might need to carry more at a time.

I'm open to other options though. I think efficiency in volume and ease of opening/closing would be the most important things for me. The case that lach88 uses looks interesting, but I don't need to carry that many at once and don't want to take up that much space.

I probably go a little overboard (but better safe than sorry), i use these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D2JKS6M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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I only bring weed/molly to festivals, but i just put them in there and then tape it to the upper inside of my leg. Only way security would ever find it while patting me down is if they're brave enough to get a handfull of my junk first. The cannisters are airtight so "drug dogs" can't smell them. Have had dogs come sniff my crotch before in festival entrance lines and they have never detected anything.

http://www.amazon.com/Folca-Compact-Pill-Case-Orange/dp/B003F30JT6

This is mine.

I actually got mine from eBay. I bought a purple one for a friend and put a cute phone charm on it.

I prefer treating my meds as an excuse to accessorize. And bond with friends. It makes it less of an "oh god, I'm a freak." Thing and more of a facet of life.

There is a thing called a Finger Toothbrush, they make them for babies and for pets. Lots of different sizes and bristle arrangements, I don't have a specific one to recommend. The tiniest one I found is actually an antique in a museum, but look around.

I also found this: Scope Outlast mini brush.
And a similar product from Colgate.

To make whatever you find keychain friendly, look for pill boxes or toothpick holders or "stash" holders (no link!!) that are keychains. You'll have to figure out what size each thing is and whether your brushy things will fit, but you should be able to find something that will work. You could put a shot of mouthwash into one of these cases.

I found all these when I was looking for a keychain container to hold a USB-C to micro-USB adapter that is 2.5x1.0x0.5cm, so if you see something that would work for that as you are searching, let me know :-)

I have this one: https://smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003ZINHHC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It looks good and has plenty of compartments for each day which is a great help for the amount we have to take lol

For herb? Medicine pill key chain bottles. They're at CVS and stuff, also amazon.

For the vapes and stuff?

smallest/cheapest smellproof case (Makes no sense to me that this case costs more than the next one, this one's build quality isn't as high at all.) $25

Slightly larger/nicer smellproff case $20

Large and spacious smellproof case $30
That was technically designed for the Haze but is an excellent case in any regard.

Edit: I own all these things/cases, and speak from first hand experience. I also use all 3, none are bad.

honestly I think it's hilarious but I have a humorous view on my meds. My pill case pretty much sums it up: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QV0GGG/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

Slip ups happen. It's ok. I'm glad for you that you were in your childhood community. A young man who grew up here recently had an episode on the street (not mental health related) and we all just felt sad and worried that this sweet boy we saw grow up was having a tough time. I'm sure your neighbors feel similarly. Like someone else said, keeping meds on your person and setting a phone alarm can help keep you healthy and on track. My family uses these https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HF2UCEU/ref=mp_s_a_1_4_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1540052707&sr=8-4&keywords=pill+keychain+container&dpPl=1&dpID=51cBPh2fDoL&ref=plSrch
They have been a real lifesaver.

My best friend gave it to me. Posted about it on the other bipolar sub when that happened and [checks posting history] c_hannah found it on Amazon, and it's apparently back in stock now. I also now use this one for my naltrexone - it looks too much like my lithium to keep in in the same pillbox.

i researched this - and found these. I then purchased one and it's made extremely well.
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=Cielo+Pill+Holders

For travel use - I've had great luck with one of these that I've had for 10+ years now.
https://www.amazon.com/Lewis-N-Clark-Organizer-Slide-Locking/dp/B000SKXRGQ/ref=sr_1_2?srs=2529784011&ie=UTF8&qid=1486528660&sr=8-2&keywords=pill

Hi. I don’t have trogeminal neuralgia but I have been on a dozen pills at one time and have taken care of family members with similar amounts of medication. My suggestion is to get a pill organizer like this that has pop out days for travel so you can always take your medication with you. Set alarms on your phone when to take your medicine. My example is I take mine at 9am, 3pm & 9pm. Also keep an update list of your medication names, dose mg, and how often. I keep all my medication bottles in a large ziplock with that list inside to take to my doctor visits. My mom uses a plastic tub with a lid. I hope this helps.

If you want to stop carrying them purely for the mental impact their presence has on you, go for it and I am sure there will be some good advice provided!

If however you find carrying them to be a pain in the butt, I highly recommend this pill carrier on Amazon. My problem was I just wanted to carry around a little kpin with me, I'm not looking to store a week's worth of pills in there. I looked around and even ordered a few until I found this one, it is super unobtrusive and by far the smallest I have found. As an added bonus, this won't help you but for others- I use this to keep track of my intake. I am supposed to try and keep it to two a day so I load it up with 4 halves every morning and easy peasy. EDIT: Of course I forgot the link: https://amzn.com/B00MY9JUME

Haha i was gonna suggest gus, i have the micro and love it, they are extremely sturdy and well made. www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MY9JUME/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1523842656&sr=8-2&keywords=gus+pill+fob

Ha. Don't feel bad about your work out. I haven't been swimming in a few months.

Also, If your salt cravings have gone away and your blood pressure is up, then why do you say the fludro isn't working? As for me, I'm actually currently trying a little time without fludro for a while to try to see if that helps my blood pressure, which is a bit high right now.

As for stress management, I tend to not have as difficult problems at night or in the evening. For me, its mornings that are worse, with them usually starting out with some wretching. I drink grapefruit juice, which helps as it actually increases cortisol availability, but still mornings usually take an hour or more till I'm ready to go do something. However, once I'm up, I tend to be able to make it through the entire rest of the day without that much trouble, as long as I get my afternoon dosing done, and a phone alarm and a good pocket sized pill container make that pretty easy.

That being said, I think the number one thing I do to manage my health is sleep for as long as my body wants to, i.e., waking up without an alarm. I know that not everybody can do that, but I notice that when I cut my sleep schedule short I get my more symptomatic. Fortunately, I'm a graduate student, so my schedule is not a big concern as I can set my own hours.

I use a GUS Original Pill Fob for toothpicks. I like cinnamon flavored ones, and this keeps them nice and fresh.

I suggest you physically go to a pharmacy or Walmart or the like and buy earplugs in bulk. If you're black, you probably won't be able to find flesh-colored plugs, but for everyone else they'll have something that'll blend in.

I keep two plugs on my keychain in a little aluminum pill case. Remove the o-ring because it'll eventually make the bottom fall off and it's not actually necessary. It feels great being the only one without ringing ears after going to a bar or hearing some live music.


EDIT: This week (in the US) Walgreens has 30% off online orders and I bought a bunch of their "Mack's Ultra Soft Foam Earplugs."

To add to this:

Ultrafire Cree XML T6 LED Zoomable 5 Mode Flashlight Torch Lamp Zoom (Black)

Micro Sport Cord 1.18mm X 125 Ft Small Spool Lightweight Braided Cord

4pc Medium Size / MEDICAL ALERT - FIRST AID container PILL CASE Set - Key Chain - Water Resistant

resqme The Original Keychain Car Escape Tool, Made in USA (Blue)

Zak Tool Universal Handcuff Key Ring Holder Belt Clip (Various Models)

Gerber 22-41770 Artifact Pocket Keychain Tool

Pocket Ref 4th Edition [Paperback]

I had an issue with this too. I found that keeping it in my car and taking it before work helped. Having it somewhere you see in the morning will certainly serve as a reminder to take it. If youre in highschool, I recommend maybe keeping it in your bag or having a pill box on a key ring like [this] (https://www.amazon.com/SHD-Keychain-Waterproof-Stainless-Organizer/dp/B075K6W7JZ/ref=sr\_1\_6\_s\_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1541160971&sr=1-6&keywords=pill+holder](https://www.amazon.com/SHD-Keychain-Waterproof-Stainless-Organizer/dp/B075K6W7JZ/ref=sr_1_6_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1541160971&sr=1-6&keywords=pill+holder)

2 great accessories:

http://www.pelican.com/us/en/product/watertight-protector-hard-cases/micro-case/standard/1010/

4pc Large Size / MEDICAL ALERT-FIRST AID container PILL CASE - Key Chain - Water Resis... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SJG1E2/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_Q7zQwbZEPWWWF

The Pax and the jar will both fit in to the Pelican 1010 case for convenient, air tight transport.

I got it from a chain called Guardian here where I live (Singapore).

There's a really similar one Amazon but it has extra tab like things.

https://www.amazon.com/Organizer-Button-Weekly-Vitamin-Supplements/dp/B077VLFCML/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538747756&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=rainbow+pill+organizer&psc=1

If you really, really, really want the one I have though, maybe I can arrange to have one shipped to you.

There are several varieties of keychain pill fobs on Amazon, too. I prefer the rounded style ones like these: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000P91E4C but https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012DLILE are good, too.

I have two sets of these and I really like them, they are very roomy and I like that the individual boxes are not too bulky to put in my purse:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H2GM46Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I keep my ground bud in these

It doesn't really help me ration as your method does, but those little pill cases are air tight. Stuff stays pretty damn fresh in there for a while after being ground and it is pretty inconspicuous if I carry it around (plus no smell).

From what I understand if you have more then one gran mal that's not triggered by a brain tumor or drugs they label it epilepsy.

Just make sure you get plenty of sleep, stay away from drugs (especially stimulants!), eat healthy, take care of your mental health and take you medication everyday. (Grab yourself a pill keychain)

Pill organizers work great to separate and store pins, and are really cheap.
Available for under $20 on Amazon

pill organizer

This is actually pretty cool, you could get a keychain pillbox holder and put these on your keychain and never be without dice!

I do a spreadsheet with one row per day, and one column per daily timeslot (ie: wake up, breakfast, lunch, mid-afternoon, etc) for meds and supplements. Then I have an adorable rainbow travel pill organizer (https://www.amazon.com/XINHOME-Organizer-Medication-Reminder-Compartments/dp/B06Y55LDZJ). I get out my spreadsheet and fill the pill organizers all together once a week. I also add in little dice for non-pill events like shots or patches. The individual day organizers travel in my purse or wherever I'm going.

ETA: photo of my pill setup, including dice: https://ibb.co/N2147k7

I also am on several meds for BP and thyroid issues. I usually store away the few remaining pills when my Rx renews. So, for example, I have a 90 day Rx for my thyroid meds and the prescription renews and I have like 6 pill left. I put them in one of these and tuck it away in my safe.

I do the same with my other meds, and over time I stockpile 30+ days of backup supply for all of them. I then rotate them out as I get renewed prescriptions.

26 with Gout, started when i was 23.

I'm no fuckup, but drink heavily every weekend (and weeknights too throughout college).

To be honest, whenever I start feeling ANY discomfort, i immediately pop an anti-inflammatory. Keeps the extreme pain at bay.
I just try and carry around a couple Aleve/Naproxen pills whereever I go. For example, I now know if i feel symptoms (stiffness, discomfort, lack of mobility in my toes) and I'm at a restaurant, it always pays to excuse yourself, find the nearest drugstore and buy some medication. The sooner, the better. I've had to call in sick with some strange excuse over the past couple years when I ignored the initial symptoms to "deal with it in the morning." Now i carry a tiny little pill holder

I try and avoid stout beer, although stout is my favourite. Dude, the only thing young guys can do is preventative maintenance.

There's not a chance in hell I'm going to be vegetarian. There's a 0% chance I'm not gonna go out for drinks with friends. But for me, the sooner I take an anti-inflammatory, the better. I know that the pain will subside if i pop right away. The longer I wait to take it, the exponentially worse it gets the morning after…

Just two months ago I didn't take my own advice, and felt an imminent flare-up around 6pm when i was on my way to a dinner party. Didn't take a 'flammy until I got home around 1am. Horrible fucking mistake.
Gout lasted for a whole fucking week and couldn't walk without hopping on one foot for 4 days. I got my grandpa to FedEx me his Colchicine (he's 92 and had gout, but hasn't had a flare up in 20+ years because he swears by Colchicine).

Apple Cider vinegar, as recommended by these fine Gouty people, seems to help. Although I always drink the Apple cider vinegar in conjunction with the 'flammys. Take a couple swigs before bed and in the morning, can't hurt.


TL;DR Carry an anti-inflammatory with you, pop 'em as soon as you can. A keychain pill holder like this is an easy way to be safe

This thing is awesome for carrying around pills with you.

I have this pill organizer. It's great, as long as I remember to fill it.

I bought one of these to keep it on my keychain. Waterproof and I can store other things in there too. It's awesome.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GG13Q7Q/ref=sxts1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1479834757&sr=1

G-Shock GX-56BB Blackout Series Watches - Black / One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GR7MF4S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_jeGdRkXA4HHJ2

Silicone Wedding Ring For Men By ROQ Affordable Silicone Rubber Band, Black - Size 9 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06VV7QNJR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_WyhEAb9SSAYS9

Ruger LCP (carried if not in hospital)

Smith & Wesson K frame 38 Special vehicle EDC (not pictured)

BangTi Titanium Quick Release Keychain Set Super Durable (45mm+32mm Ti Keyring) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0197PL5AW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_nUCqrg1Tvd2hC

Recut small truck key for 2001 GMC Yukon XL

Maratac copper AAA light https://countycomm.com/products/copper-maratac-aaa-flashlight-rev-3

GUS Pill capsule GUS Mini Pill Fob, Made in USA, Stainless Steel Keychain Pill Holder, Emergency Aspirin Holder, Compact Design https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MY9JUME/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_bEhEAbYAPF3BX

House key

Gerber Dime Multi-Tool, Black [30-000469] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006M9NIDO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_gvDoYJLF2Mhvl
(If traveling Gerber Dime Multi-Tool Travel, Bladeless [31-002777] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TBF5JC4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_SkE1gAGkchC9B)

DIY keychain pen http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-BIC-Keychain-Pen/?amp_page=true

Spyderco Native Lightweight plain edge

Old monogrammed money clip

Chapstick

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No matter what type of earplugs you use buy yourself a Rite-Aid Keychain Pill container like this.

They are perfect for earplugs, built out of metal so they never break, and save you hundreds of dollars of lost earplugs. I have had the same pair of earplugs for over a year now and I always keep them on my person.

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I put my vitamins on the monitor stand next to my monitor at work so I remember to take them while I'm eating lunch, or right after lunch. But as a student, not sure that would work.

Could you get a small pill carry tube thing like this and put it onto your keychain and set a daily phone reminder to take your pill? If you get sublingual, you won't even need water around or food in your stomach.

My memory has always been pretty bad, so I rely on calendar reminders and phone alarms to get me to do a LOT of stuff. LOL.

http://www.amazon.com/4pc-Medium-Size-MEDICAL-ALERT/dp/B0012DLILE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1380740639&sr=8-3&keywords=pill+container

I use these. each color is a different kind of trees and one is for AVB.

I just grind it up and use a funnel to fill them.

Each one holds a couple few trenches, but the reason I like them is you can just tap the sides and your herb just kinda falls into the trench.

/u/DodgyBollocks is correct. They were given out by Camel as merchandise at a festival a few years back. They originally contained some crappy earplugs some people use for live music. It appears they used exactly this fob with their logo lasered onto it:

www.amazon.com/Pillbox-Keychain-Profile-Gifts®-Medicine/dp/B00GG13Q7Q

Every year I try to get some more but all I can get are some plastic ones which I use for storing chewing gums. I just have to show it... 6 pieces stack really neatly for when your are on the go :D

Camel fob

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The pill case is a good idea. I use this. Only downside is it is not water tight so I have to make sure to put it in a bag. I usually take Ibuprofen, tums, tylenol, ibuprofen, lorazepam, imodium and a few other ones I dont remember.

You could try the Mango app, which not only sets reminders but lets you earn points for taking your pills on time, etc. You can also get really small waterproof pill container keychains so that you can carry around your medication and not have to worry about your flexible schedule.

I use the “AUVON iMedassist Portable Daily Pill Organizer (Twice-A-Day)”
>https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2GM46Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dZg8Cb5E9RTYX

It’s helped me remember to actually take my medicine in the morning as I am a very forgetful person. Now I just take a little pod and take them when I get to work each day.

Edited to add: I love how fashionable coin purses are for this purpose!

I have an Anabox weekly pillbox. It's a rainbow! But it's also really functional and makes things much easier.

I do the weekly refill and I've also been trying out using an app on my phone called Medisafe. You can set reminders to take your meds and also track when you'll need to order refills etc.

It also has the benefit of keeping the tobacco tamped down so nothing spills all over when you open it.


amazon link to keychain

> I carry about 10 bottles of supplements with me to work everyday in addition to bulk bags of aniracetam and sulbatiamine.

You can't be serious ... are you?

Just load up a pill organizer like this with your pills or for powders throw it all in a small tupperware container.

Something like this?

Pillbox Keychain by Profile Gifts® - Carry Your Daily Medicine in This Compact Metal Pill Box Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GG13Q7Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_qlWryb5B92W79

I'm on mobile so excuse the monster link. You would probably want to put some tape around the batteries to prevent shorting out or making contact and draining...

I ordered 3 of these:
https://www.amazon.com/Pillbox-Keychain-Profile-Gifts%C2%AE-Medicine/dp/B00GG13Q7Q/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1468938134&sr=1-1&keywords=keychain

For my car, dop kit, and travel bag.

Nice to never be left without a pill.

I bought this bad boy: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E13BVA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I keep Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Benadryl, and Imodium neatly separated and protected from crushing in a few different first aid kits.

I highly recommend buying one of these or something similar to put on your keychain. I'm never without my keys, so I'm never without my earplugs.

This is what I use when I am out and about or have to eat a big meal at work. That way you don’t have to carry a big organizer around and you can stay on schedule. I have never had a problem or been questioned about my medications. Many people need to take meds when they eat. This container is discrete and could fit in your pocket.

AUVON iMedassist Portable Daily Pill Organizer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H2GM46Y?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

What about something like this for your keychain?
http://www.amazon.com/Ezy-Dose-Deluxe-Metal-Chain/dp/B001G3YBLO

http://www.amazon.com/Brass-Keychain-Holder-Silver-Finish/dp/B005KRYD6K

Something like this?

or this

I’ve been using this, it works really well:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073Z85QG3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LQSFDbP85JYQC

Nice idea. I would suggest whether it is Rx or not that they all be clearly labeled, so that you or someone else doesn't misidentify something and take it. I'll probably be adding something like this to my first aid kit soon. Or perhaps a set of those aluminium tube cases one for each type of pill so there is no cross contamination and to prevent a leak from ruining all the pills at once. Each individually colored and labeled.

One of these? keychain pill box I don't know how many you can fit in at once but you can keep that on your keys / on a lanyard and in your pocket / etc. I would suggest keeping the prescription label in a wallet

CVS etc. Has these as well. But this is the type I use.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000KL740S?cache=dc810f011880d32ba93ea9beffedddd3&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70#ref=mp_s_a_1_10&qid=1393691556&sr=8-10

I have one of these key chain pill carriers that I use for my Fury dosing capsules, but it would do just as well with ground herb. Decently thick construction, nice replaceable seal to make it waterproof, no issues with smell. I like it enough I am considering a second to make an compact emergency (waterproof matches/fishing line/etc) kit also.

7 Day 4 Compartment Pill Organizer DEEP One Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000E13BVA/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_bi8Ytb04T5PZ1DAE

I swear by this. Since I started using it I haven't run out of pills once. And, I like that I can take just one day's pills with me, especially when I go to work.

Another idea: does your pharmacy have auto-refill?

Sorry you are having a crappy time without your meds. Hang in there and internet hugs!

Anabox Weekly Pill Organiser - Rainbow http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B003ZINHHC/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_awdl_lgd8wb1AXGG1M

I've got this one, pretty sturdy and hasn't broken on me yet in 2 years.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H2GM46Y/ i bought that, because i had around ten pills or more per day i wanted to have on hand (including a benzo, which is controlled, i think). it didn't get pulled out of my backpack once. no one questioned it.

I'm a guy who's not had to deal with the same difficulties you're facing, but I have had my share of meds/pain, and I've picked up a few tricks along the way, some of which might be of use.

With regards to daily medications, I have a routine where I put my daily morning/night little case (this one, or similar) on my table directly next to my bed, so I am literally staring at it when I wake up. I also have a bottle of water there. So I wake up, sit up, and take my morning meds. There's nothing on that table except for my glasses case, my daily meds case, and the bottle of water.

In the evening, same deal. As I'm getting to bed, I take my evening meds, and swap out the empty container for the next morning's one.

For the first few years I was on daily medications, I would have a daily timer set on my phone at a fixed, and as soon as it went off I would go and take my meds. If I wasn't able to take them right then (out of the house or w/e), I would re-set the timer for an arbitrary length of time, where I thought I'd be back home. That way I wouldn't forget. Over time, I've stopped needing to set a timer, but do what works.

Point is, you can do it! Take the step that lets you be able to utilize the wonders of modern medicine (tm).


As for remembering to take pain meds when you're in pain, I feel your pain (hah). I've been through that situation a lot of times. The best strategies I've figured out are to keep just one or two of a lighter pain med in a case in my bag (I used this one, but anything that tightly seals is fine), as well as one on my desk (as opposed to the rest of the bottle, which is up in the box with the rest of my meds, etc). That way when I'm hurting I can just grab the pill there and take it, and I know ahead of time that I've just put what's safe to take in a single dose out.

I've also on occasion put a sticky note on my computer monitor that just said "if you're hurting, take pain meds"... Surprisingly effective.

Sorry for the essay, I'm just hopeful I can help share some stuff that worked for me, stuff I wish someone had told me years ago.

If you need to lock out completely, get a K Safe and set timers to make yourself wait.

If you want to keep yourself under control, portion out a zip in 4 Pill Organizers

Edit: Grammar Nazi

This isn't exactly it. I picked up mine as some generic at a CVS for it's intended purpose, but this style.

https://www.amazon.com/Cielo-Pill-Holders-Waterproof-Containers/dp/B00D2JKS6M

> Anabox

http://www.amazon.com/Patterson-Medical-Anabox-Pill-Compartments/dp/B003ZINHHC/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1456883146&sr=8-1&keywords=Anabox

1. M&P Shield 9mm w/ kydex holster

2. Invicta 8932 Pro Diver


On the FreeKey System:

3. GUS Made Mini Pill Fob

4. Ranger Bic keychain lighter

5. NiteCore Tube USB Flashlight

6. MSTR Key multi-tool

7. 32GB 3.0 USB flash drive

8. Samsung Galaxy S7

*9. Dango MT02 Wallet

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y55LDZJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_137ZBb279FW3B

My wife got me this one https://www.amazon.com/Mad-Hatter-Pill-Box-Compartment/dp/B000QV0GGG

I used to do the same thing. Then I had an epiphany at my mom's house :

7 Day Pill Organizer, Large Push Button Weekly Pill Box for Pills https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077VLFCML

Alternatively!

You can find these anywhere that has pharmacy-like things. Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Grocery stores, etc.

Order this now and put it on every keychain you own.

Nope, I just got it off [amazon] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000QV0GGG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

Can't help with your current situation, but I'd suggest buying a pill organizer like this, I bought one a couple weeks ago, and it has helped me avoid a fair few close calls.

This pill holder has been on my list since I made it back in July. I want it because I'm tired of using an old Dramamine bottle to carry around my pills, and this Alice in Wonderland one would make me smile when I saw it.

I use a pill organizer to place fish food in for the person watching the house. Usually, I put about half the normal amount and fast 1-2 days. Also, I do a water change the day we leave and get back.

Pill Organizer: https://www.amazon.com/Organizer-Button-Weekly-Vitamin-Supplements/dp/B077VLFCML/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=weekly+pill+organizer&qid=1559127712&s=gateway&sprefix=weekly+&sr=8-3

I just transferred all my BoB pills to a small hard case for the reason cited above. I used this one
Magnetic Foldable Pill Box Case... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073Z85QG3?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

If you get a metal pill holder for your keychain and keep your earplugs in there, you'll always have them when you need them. I can't recommend this enough.

I break down all my packages and dose them out into an old lady pill box that consists of 4 'weeks' and I carry a keychain pill container with one dose in it. Makes my life so much easier - and I can take all my other vitamins at the same time and never miss a dose :)

I got a cheap pill holder key chain that works well, but I keep a mini swiss army on that key chain too because weed will get stuck.

No prob. Here are the holders I use.

4pc Large Size / MEDICAL ALERT-FIRST AID container PILL CASE - Key Chain - Water Resistant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SJG1E2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1ApTDbRSD6T1F

I tried to read up on those laws for CA and it does say that technically they should always be in their prescription bottle but here's why that's bullshit:

My parents are both over 60 and they have every common illness in the book. They take 4-5 pills in the morning and again in the evening. When they go to dinner or on vacation they just take them with them in a weekly container or a small pill box and I bet you if they were stopped by police, they wouldn't be hassled for it.

My solution was to buy these (pack of 2 containers), and link them together. In one, I carry my meds (extra doses of 10mg IR for afternoon boosts, and gabapentin and valium for anxiety) in one AND a copy of my prescriptions rolled up in the other. I get my prescriptions filled at CVS so the paperwork that comes with it has copies of the prescription so they're legit.

I haven't been stopped and searched yet but I feel like this is valid enough. It proves I have a prescription and it has all the numbers on there in case police want to call CVS or my psychiatrist to confirm. And I have my ID to prove it's me.

But again, that we have to deal with the hassle when older people don't is bullshit, IMO.

this has been decent to me, but others in the comments have had trouble (not many, less than 4% of people who bothered to leave a review)
i used some napkin or an earplug to keep them from banging around

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/reviews/B00HF2UCEU/ref=cm_cr_getr_mb_paging_btm_4?ie=UTF8&pageNumber=4

Moisture can break down pills, and it gets worse if you cut them in half because you're getting rid of the outer coating and exposing the center to ambient moisture.

If you're just cutting them in half, leaving them on the nightstand, and taking them the next day, it shouldn't do anything. If you're leaving them cut in half in the bathroom, exposed to the air, they're going to break down more quickly. Sometimes you can see the physical degradation of the pill, but that shouldn't happen unless you completely forget about it or you're trying to wear it down.

If you're taking them with you, use a metal pill holder that attaches to a keychain. If you're just putting them in your pocket, already cut, the inner bit is vulnerable to rubbing against the foil or the fabric as well as ambient moisture, including your sweat.