Anybody who juggles multiple medications can relate to the problem of forgetting to take a medication, or not remembering whether they already took it. This is especially true for people who take medications at varying times of the day. If you're have a difficult time keeping up with your medications here are some different tips and tools that can help.

Medication Helpers
Getting organized and being reminded are the two keys to staying on top of a medication schedule. To help you achieve this, there are a wide variety of affordable pillboxes, medication organizers, vibrating watches, beeping pill bottles and even dispensers that will talk to you that can make all the difference. To find these types of products go to Epill.com (800-549-0095), where you'll find dozens to choose from.

Also check out Reminder Rosie ($130), a voice activated talking clock that tells you when to take your medicine, and can be used for other reminders, too.

And for a super comprehensive medication management device, there's the MedMinder automatic pill dispenser. This is a computerized pillbox that will beep and flash when it's time for you to take your medication, and will call you if you forget. It will even alert you if you take the wrong pills. This device can also be set up to call, email or text family members and caregivers letting them know if you miss a dose, take the wrong medication or miss a refill. Available at MedMinder.com, or 888-633-6463, the MedMinder rents for $40 to $65 per month.

Medication Packaging
Another possible way to help simplify your medication use is to get your prescriptions filled in single-dose packets that put all your medications (vitamins and over-the-counter drugs can be included too) together in neatly labeled packets organized by date and the time of day they should be taken. This does away with all the pill bottles and pill sorting. Some compounding pharmacies or independent drug stores offer single-dose packaging along with a number of online pharmacies like PillPack.com.

Reminding Services
Another simple solution that can help you stick to her medication schedule is to use a medication reminding service. These are services that will actually call, email or text you reminders of when it's time to take your medicine and when it's time to refill your prescriptions. Some even offer extra reminders like doctor and dentist appointments, wake-up calls and more.

Companies that offer such services are MyMedSchedule.com, which provides free medication reminders via text message or email and a free app for smartphone users. Their website can also help you make easy-to-read medication schedules that you can print out for you to follow.

If, however, you don't receive texts or use a smartphone, tablet or computer, OnTimeRx.com may be the answer. With starting prices at $10 per month, this service will call you on your phone (they can send text messages and emails too) for all types of reminders including daily medications, monthly refills, doctor appointments, wake-up calls and other events.

Or, if you're looking for extra help, Care Call Reassurance (602-265-5968 ext. 7) may be a better fit. In addition to the call reminders to your phone, this service can be set up to contact a family member or designated caregiver if you fail to answer or acknowledge the call. This service runs between $15 and $20 per month.