How to set medication reminders on Apple Watch

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Add medication to the Health app

   Open the Health app on your iPhone. Tap the Browse tab at the bottom right, select Medications, and tap Add a Medication. Follow the on-screen prompts to input the name, dosage, and frequency of your prescription.

   Note: Use the camera to scan the medication label for faster entry.
2. 1 min

   Set the notification schedule

   Within the medication details, define the time of day you wish to receive reminders. Ensure that 'Time Sensitive Notifications' is toggled on to ensure the alerts bypass Focus modes if necessary.

3. 30 sec

   Confirm Apple Watch notification settings

   Open the Watch app on your iPhone. Tap My Watch, select Notifications, and ensure Medications is set to On. This ensures alerts sync between your iPhone and your watch.

4. 30 sec

   Log medication from the watch

   When a reminder appears on your Apple Watch, tap the notification to view details. Select Log to mark the dose as Taken, or tap Skip if you missed the dose.

5. 30 sec

   Check the Medications app manually

   Press the Digital Crown to view your app grid. Locate and tap the Medications app icon. Use this interface to view your daily schedule and mark doses manually if you missed a notification.

   Note: You can add a Medications complication to your watch face for instant access.