Ezy Dose Pill Crusher & Tablet Grinder, Storage Compartment, Small, Purple

Features

• PILL ORGANIZER COMPARTMENT: Built in pill storage compartment
• EASY USE: Ergonomic Grip, Designed for easy grip, Great for individuals with dexterity issues
• PILL CAPACITY: Holds up to 4 pills (aspirin-sized)
• BUILT TO LAST: Quality design, Built to withstand repeated use
• HEALTHY LIVING: Ezy Dose products make living healthier simply easier

Description

The EZY DOSE Pill Crusher is a small, compact crusher (about 2⅜" / 60 mm across and 2⅛" / 55 mm high) designed for everyday use when you need to turn tablets into a crushable form for easier swallowing or mixing into food, and it works best when you crush 1–2 small pills at a time. Because it’s the smaller size, very large tablets (like calcium, glucosamine, or other “horse pills”) may not fit well or may keep the threads from engaging, so many users either split large pills first or choose the larger crusher if they routinely crush big pills or multiple pills at once. Crushing results can vary by pill type, soft/chalky tablets typically powder easily, while hard-coated or dense pills may need several gentle twist cycles (twist until resistance, loosen, shake to redistribute, and repeat 2–4 times) to get a finer consistency; some residue may cling to the inside, which you can remove with a small brush or tool (and a couple drops of water can help release powder if you’re mixing it into liquid). To help prevent cracking and extend life, avoid over-tightening, use repeated gentle twists instead of max force, and pre-cut extra-hard pills. Many people find it straightforward to use, but if you have arthritis, limited grip strength, or wrist pain, the small size and twisting motion can be challenging. Again, the larger version may be easier to hold and requires less force for tougher pills. This crusher is commonly used for pet medications (mixing powder into wet food or treats) and for children who can’t swallow tablets, but it’s very important to check with a pharmacist before crushing any medication, since some coated, time-release, or enteric-coated pills should not be crushed; if you plan to use it for feeding tubes (G-tubes), use extra caution and ensure the pill is a very fine powder with no chunks to reduce clog risk. Cleaning is simple with soap and water, though powder can collect in small grooves. Dry fully before reusing, and one last practical note: color may vary from what’s shown, so if color is important, verify the selection options carefully before ordering.

Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2.38 x 2.38 x 2.25 inches; 1.76 ounces

Item model number ‏ : ‎ 68259PAMT

Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 27, 2022

Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Apothecary Products, LLC

Best Sellers Rank: #3,046 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #2 in Pill Crushers & Splitters

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Customer Reviews: 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (34,250)

Brand Name: EZY DOSE

Included Components: Pill Cutter

UPC: 025715014616

Global Trade Identification Number: 16

Manufacturer: Apothecary Products, LLC

Container Type: Storage Container

Other Special Features of the Product: Sturdy

Number of Compartments: 1

Unit Count: 1 Count

Item Dimensions: 2.38 x 2.38 x 2.25 inches

Color: Purple

Item Shape: Round

Material Type: Plastic