Medication reminders that keep asking — so you don't have to.
SMS reminders for insulin, pills, meals, glucose checks, and anything else you schedule — for a loved one or for yourself. Reply YES or NO on any phone. No reply? We call — then text the backup contact. No app required.
How It Works
Set the Schedule. Texts Do the Rest.
No training session. No new icon on their home screen. Just texts on the phone they already know how to use.
You Set the Schedule
Add insulin, pills, meals, blood sugar checks, and anything else. You set times and tasks once from your account — then MedsYet.com handles the rest.
They Get Plain Texts
First a heads-up of the upcoming reminder, then the reminder itself, then a simple YES or NO question — like "Have you taken your morning insulin yet?" They reply like any other text.
We Escalate If Needed
No reply? We text again, then call. Still nothing? The backup contacts get a text that the reminder wasn't confirmed — so someone knows to check in.
See It In Action
Real Texts — Matched to What We Actually Send
A heads-up, a reminder, a YES/NO question. Same flow for insulin, meals, and blood sugar checks. No app. No tiny buttons.
Why Apps and Alarms Fall Short
Most Reminders Notify. MedsYet.com Confirms — Then Escalates.
Pill apps need someone to install and open something. A single text or alarm beeps once and vanishes. For diabetes — where a missed insulin dose or skipped lunch both affect blood sugar — you need to know what actually happened. MedsYet.comkeeps following up until there's a YES or NO, calls if there isn't, and texts backup contacts when it's time to check in.
What Happens When They Don't Reply
A full follow-up ladder — not a single ping:
Text Until They Answer
Heads-up, reminder, then "Reply YES or NO." If they say NO, we follow up again — not one buzz and silence.
Call Their Phone
Still no confirmation? We place an automated call and ask directly. They press 1 or 2, or say yes or no — works on any phone, flip phone included.
Text Backup Contacts
If texts and calls don't get through, the backup contacts you chose get a text to check in.
Who It's For
For Someone You Care For — or For Yourself
Looking after a parent across town — or managing your own meds. Either way: texts that ask YES or NO, a call if there's silence, then a backup contact gets word.
Looking after someone else
For Someone You Worry About
"Dad lives two hours away. He won't download apps, but I need to know when he misses insulin or skips lunch — not just that a reminder went off."
Set up for someone you care for
For Yourself
"I have diabetes and I forget my morning insulin or skip breakfast. I want a text that keeps asking until I reply — and someone who gets a text if I don't."
Set up for yourselfHonest Fit Check
Is MedsYet.com Right for You?
We'd rather you self-select than sign up for the wrong tool.
Good fit if…
- You're looking after a parent, spouse, or loved one — or you want persistent reminders for yourself with a backup contact
- They already use text messages — smartphone or flip phone
- You need confirmation (YES/NO), not just another alarm that disappears
- Missed insulin, meals, or glucose checks should escalate to a call, then to family
Not a fit if…
- They refuse texts entirely and won't answer phone calls either
- You're looking for a full medical record, pharmacy refill, or drug-interaction app
- You want a hardware pill dispenser on the counter
- You need an emergency / PERS button — MedsYet.com is a reminder safety net, not 911
Why We Built This
Built By a Son, For Families Like Yours
"My dad needs important meds — and he forgets. When I'm at work or away, that used to sit on me all day: did he take it? MedsYet texts him the reminder, calls if he doesn't confirm, then lets me know so I can follow up. The history shows his miss patterns so I can adjust the schedule until it sticks. I built this for him — and for families like yours who worry the same way."
Daniel
Founder — built it for his dad
We're in soft launch — be among our first families. Send us your story once you've tried it — we'd love to share your testimonial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
What is MedsYet.com?
MedsYet.com is an SMS reminder service with YES/NO confirmation and follow-up. Set schedules for insulin, medications, meals, and blood sugar checks — for someone you care for, or for yourself. The phone getting texts replies YES or NO — no app, no login. No confirmation? MedsYet places a voice call, then texts your backup contacts. It is a reminder and follow-up tool, not medical advice.
Why not just use a pill reminder app?
Most apps — Medisafe, MyTherapy, and others — need your loved one to install something, learn a new interface, and remember to open it every day. Many now charge for full features or cap free medication tracking. MedsYet.com works over plain SMS on the phone they already carry. You set it up from your account; they just reply YES or NO. If they don't, we call — then text you. No app learning curve on their end.
How is this different from other text reminder services?
A basic SMS reminder sends one message and stops. MedsYet.com is built for caregivers who need to know what actually happened: a heads-up, a reminder, a YES/NO question, retries if they say NO, then a voice call if they still don't confirm, then a text to you and your backup contacts. That full ladder — not a single ping — is what makes the difference when you can't be there in person.
What about smart pill dispensers like Hero?
Automated dispensers can work well, but they require hardware on the counter, a monthly subscription often in the $30–60 range, and usually a companion app. MedsYet.com needs no device and no app for your loved one — just the phone they already have. It's a lighter, faster setup for families who want confirmation and escalation without new equipment.
Does it cover meals and blood sugar — not just pills?
Yes. You can schedule reminders for insulin, other medications, meals, snacks, and blood sugar checks. For diabetes, skipping lunch can be as risky as skipping a dose — irregular eating affects blood sugar just like missed insulin. MedsYet.com uses the same follow-up ladder for both.
My loved one won't download apps or use a smartphone. Will this work?
That's exactly who we built this for. Any phone that sends and receives texts works — including basic flip phones. The person you're looking after doesn't visit this website, create an account, or install anything. They get a familiar text, reply YES or NO, and that's it. If they miss the text, we call their phone.
Does the person I'm setting this up for have to agree first?
Yes. Before any scheduled reminders, we send a one-time opt-in text asking them to reply YES. That's required for SMS compliance — and it confirms we have the right number. You finish setup from your account; they just reply once on their phone.
Why not just call them every day?
You shouldn't have to play phone tag at every mealtime. MedsYet.com sends gentle texts on the schedule you set, escalates with a call if they don't reply, and only texts you when the full follow-up cycle runs out. You stay informed without being the nag.
What exactly happens if they don't reply?
First, reminder texts with YES/NO confirmation — including retries if they answer NO. If there's still no confirmation, we call and ask them to press 1 or 2, or say yes or no. If that doesn't work either, we text you and your backup contacts. Timing is configurable; most families use our defaults.
Can I set this up for more than one person?
Yes. Manage multiple loved ones from one account. Everyone gets their own schedule and contacts. Pricing for additional people is shown in your account when you add them.
What does it cost?
7-day free trial — no credit card to start. After that, $5/mo. Cancel anytime from your account. Pricing for additional people you manage is shown when you add them.
Is this medical advice?
No. MedsYet.com is a reminder and follow-up tool. It helps your loved one remember what their doctor already prescribed — it doesn't diagnose, dose, or replace professional care.