Medical cabinet in chaos? So you create order

Sudden sore throat, a sniffed nose or the insect bite after a forest walk- there are always situations in which you should have certain drug, association and aids at hand. The so -called "medicine pharmacy" in the medicine cabinet is essential for this. But what about you in the medication cabinet? In many households there is often chaos in this. In addition to empty packaging, the past cough juice stands and the headache tablets are stacked. It becomes annoying and sometimes even dangerous if you don't have the right drug at hand in an acute case.

But don't worry, in this article we will tell you how you bring order to your medicine closet permanently and show you what really belongs in it.

What are the advantages of a medicine cabinet from BINS AND BOXES?

There are several advantages to purchasing a medicine cabinet.

As already mentioned, a medicine cabinet creates order and clarity and prevents access by children or pets, provided it is locked. In an emergency, you don't have to search long for the right medication or bandages, so that you can get to wound care or an illness quickly.

Medication is often sensitive to moisture, light or temperature fluctuations. In this case, a medicine cabinet provides a protected storage location that avoids the risk of deterioration due to environmental influences. In addition, unlike storage in drawers or on open shelves, a medicine cabinet meets the requirements for hygienic storage.

Finally, a medicine cabinet impresses with its space-saving wall mounting and, as with us, its aesthetic design.

Discover your organization with a medicine cabinet from a professional

At BINS AND BOXES, we are passionate about intelligent organization, smart structures and effortless tidying. In our online store you will find selected storage systems from Storage jar sets about Storage baskets to medicine cabinets. Our aim is to support you in your personal organization and to provide comfort and clarity in your home. We attach particular importance to quality in our selection. That's why we have chosen only renowned manufacturers such as iDesign or Rotho boxes who have impressed us with their products. Would you like to go on a journey of discovery with us? Take a look around at your leisure.

What is a medicine cabinet?

A medicine cabinet is designed to keep your medicines and medical supplies safe, dry, protected from light and clearly organized. It is usually smaller than other cabinets and equipped with lockable doors. This prevents children or unauthorized persons from gaining access to the contents. You can mount a medicine cabinet on the wall. This is primarily suitable for pantries, bathrooms or kitchens.

You have plenty of space inside a medicine cabinet. Several compartments or shelves allow you to neatly organize plasters, bandages, painkillers and prescription medication. Tip: Labeled labels make your medicine cabinet even more organized.

Don't forget, it's important that you check your medicine cabinet regularly and dispose of expired or no longer needed medication properly. You should also make sure that you buy any medicines that are about to expire in good time. This will ensure that your medicine cabinet is always up to date and safe.

What belongs in a medicine cabinet?

A medicine cabinet should contain a range of general preparations that help with common complaints such as digestive problems, pain or cold symptoms. There are also products that you can use to treat minor wounds and injuries. These include plasters, disinfectants, compresses, gauze bandages, etc. Allergy sufferers should always keep an anti-allergy product in their medicine cabinet. A clinical thermometer, cooling compress, tweezers and bandage scissors are also an essential part of the medicine cabinet. There are also individual medicines that you need to take regularly.

As children need age-appropriate medicines, you should put together a special children's medicine cabinet and keep it separate from the medicine cabinet for adults. This will help you to avoid mistakes, which can sometimes be dangerous for small patients. If you don't have space for a separate medicine cabinet, labels or colorful stickers will help you to quickly keep them apart.

How do you tidy up a medicine cabinet?

A tidy medicine cabinet contributes significantly to the effective and clever management of your medicines. Therefore, spend some time to keep it tidy and maintain it with regular checks. That way, you don't have to be annoyed if you can't find something quickly enough or if it's empty or expired. Below we show you how to tidy up a medicine cabinet effectively.

Step 1 to a tidy medicine cabinet: get an overview and sort things out

The first step is to completely clear out your medicine cabinet and dispose of all expired medication. There are no exceptions here. Expired plasters should also be disposed of. Important: Make sure they are disposed of properly. Medication must be disposed of separately. It is best to collect everything in a wooden storage box. This makes transportation easier.

Step 2 to a tidy medicine cabinet: reorganize and restructure your medicine cabinet

After sorting out, you now have the ultimate overview of what your current medicine cabinet looks like and know what might be missing. Write a shopping list of all the products you need to replenish, buy them from your local pharmacy or order your selection online. Then it's time to structure. Categorize your medication into groups such as cold and flu products, painkillers, digestive aids, bandages, etc. The following are suitable for storage Plastic storage boxes such as BINZ KLAR from iDesign. Such storage systems are real all-rounders, stackable and liquid-tight. Thanks to the transparent design, you can always see what you still have in stock in the medicine cabinet.

An alternative is the iDesign KLAR storage box with lid. You can store everything safely in this. Labeling the boxes is a great way to visually highlight the categories. Of course you can also Stickers, labels and tags for this purpose.

Good to know: You may find it more practical to store medicines in the medicine cabinet without a folding box and leaflet. However, these provide important information and reduce the risk of confusion or application errors. Therefore, always keep them in their original packaging and with the package insert. You can safely store these in storage jars in storage tins.

Step 3 to a tidy medicine cabinet: Finding the right storage location

Medication must always be stored in a dry, dark and cool place. A medicine cabinet in the kitchen or bathroom is therefore not ideal. A storeroom or bedroom is better. If children live in the household, make sure that your medicine cabinet can be locked.

Step 4 to a tidy medicine cabinet: note down important information

The inside of the door of a medicine cabinet is ideal for placing important medical information and emergency contacts.

Step 5 to a tidy medicine cabinet: Check once a year

To ensure that your medicine cabinet is always in order, you should always keep your medicine cabinet up to date. This means carrying out an inventory at least once a year, sorting out and restocking. If you have used a medicine, always sort it back into the appropriate category or container. This makes it easier for other family members to quickly find the right medication.

Buy a medicine cabinet at BINS AND BOXES

With us, you can buy smart medicine cabinets that meet your needs. From a purchase value of CHF 50, your selection will be sent to you free of shipping costs at our economy rate. If we receive your order by 11 a.m. on a working day, we will ship it the same day. Do you need your medicine cabinet quickly? Opt for the priority rate with guaranteed delivery on the next working day. You also enjoy a 20-day right of return with us and have various payment options to choose from.

If you have any further questions about a medicine cabinet or our many other storage solutions, please contact us personally. contact us with us. We can advise you personally at any time. You may also find your answer in our FAQ.