MedixScan
Using co-design to make over-the-counter (OTC) medications more accessible & comprehensive.
MedixScan is a mobile application that aims to empower users to make informed decisions about their medication usage by delivering clear, concise, and accessible drug information right at their fingertips.
MedixScan was selected to be presented during Emily Carr University’s Donor Recognition Event in May 2024.
Industry: Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Govenmental Regulation, Design Research
Team:
Neharika Sidda (Solo)
Duration:
September 2023 - May 2024; 8 months
Tools:
Figma, Google Sheets, Adobe; Illustrator, InDesign, Miro
Skills:
Research & synthesis, User Research, Interviewing, Co-design, Participatory workshop design, Quantitative analysis
1.
DEFINE
2.
UNDERSTAND
3.
RESEARCH
5.
DESIGN
5.
FINAL
Overview
The Problem
Misuse of Over-the-Counter (OTC) medications is a prevalent problem arising due to misconceptions about the seemingly risk-free nature of OTC drugs. Drug Facts Labels (DFL) on OTC medications are often ignored and lead to dangerous outcomes for patients who ignore allergens or administer incorrect dosages.
The Solution
This problem can be attributed to many factors, some of the most common ones being; communication, legibility, language, and education. MedixScan tackles these very problem spaces through leveraging digital technologies into implementable solutions.
The Outcome
MedixScan is a reliable and user-friendly mobile interface/application where individuals can quickly retrieve essential information about OTC drugs, including; active ingredients, dosage instructions, warnings, and usage precautions. MedixScan is built into a mobile interface and with the help of quick-response (QR) codes scanned from OTC drug packaging, streamlines the process of accessing drug facts labels.
Phase 1 - DISCOVER
Application
Residents were explained the scope of our project and terms in the forms by staff and caregivers before providing signed consent.
Before our first visit to Banfield Pavilion, we began with familiarising ourselves with consent procedures and having consent forms for our resident co-designers to sign.
These consent forms covered details such as usage of residents’ names, work, and details, in our projects and for publishing.
Phase 1 - DISCOVER
Application
Residents were explained the scope of our project and terms in the forms by staff and caregivers before providing signed consent.
Before our first visit to Banfield Pavilion, we began with familiarising ourselves with consent procedures and having consent forms for our resident co-designers to sign.
These consent forms covered details such as usage of residents’ names, work, and details, in our projects and for publishing.
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