The present invention is directed to a novel pill dispensing container that dispenses a limited number of pills in easy, safe, and hygienic manner. The pill dispensing container in accordance with the present invention comprises a cylindrical body having a closed bottom and an open mouth. A platform insert is mounted near the open mouth, parallel to the closed bottom, wherein the platform insert divides the container body in an upper compartment and a lower compartment. A platform insert is having a cutout of shape and size such that one or more pills may pass through the cutaway between the upper compartment and the lower compartment.
