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Economy Pill Crusher

SKU: BIL1259

Regular price£4.45

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Product Description

This Economy Pill Crusher delivers the ideal solution for those who struggle to handle or swallow tablets. Incredibly easy to use, the simple screw action crushes pills into a fine powder so that they can be mixed into a drink or food; this makes medication management easier for the user or the carer. It is a compact size meaning that it can easily be carried in a pocket or handbag.

Economy Pill Crusher Information:

  • Compact and lightweight
  • Simple screw action to crush pills
  • Handy section to store spare tablets
  • Makes medication management simple
  • Easy to clean

How to work a pill crusher?

Working with a pill crusher involves several steps to ensure safe and effective use:

  • Prepare the Pill: Place the pill you want to crush into the designated compartment or chamber of the pill crusher. Ensure that the pill fits properly and securely within the crusher.
  • Close the Crusher: Once the pill is in place, securely close the lid or compartment of the pill crusher. This is important to prevent any spillage or escape of pill fragments during the crushing process.
  • Crush the Pill: Depending on the type of pill crusher you are using, follow the specific instructions provided. For manual crushers, you may need to twist or press down on the crusher mechanism. Electric pill crushers typically have a button or switch to activate the crushing mechanism. Apply the necessary pressure or action to crush the pill thoroughly.
  • Check the Consistency: After crushing, open the crusher and check the consistency of the crushed pill. It should be a fine powder suitable for mixing with food or liquid for consumption. If any large fragments remain, continue crushing until the desired consistency is achieved.
  • Retrieve the Crushed Pill: Open the crusher and carefully pour out the crushed pill powder. Use a spoon or spatula to ensure you collect all the powder, minimising waste.
  • Clean the Crusher: After use, clean the pill crusher according to the manufacturer's instructions to maintain hygiene and prevent contamination between uses.

By following these steps, you can effectively work a pill crusher to prepare medication for consumption, ensuring accurate dosing and ease of ingestion. Always consult with a healthcare professional before crushing any medication to ensure it is safe and appropriate to do so.

What pills cannot be crushed?

Before attempting to crush any medication, it's crucial to understand which pills cannot be crushed to avoid compromising their effectiveness or risking potential harm.

  • Enteric-Coated Tablets: Designed to dissolve in the intestines, not the stomach, crushing them can lead to stomach irritation or reduced effectiveness.
  • Extended-Release Tablets (XR, ER, LA, SR): Crushing these pills can result in the entire dose being released at once, increasing the risk of side effects and toxicity.
  • Sublingual or Buccal Tablets: These are meant to dissolve under the tongue or in the cheek for fast absorption into the bloodstream; crushing them can make them ineffective.
  • Capsules Containing Pellets or Beads: These often have a specific coating for timed release, and crushing them can destroy the timed-release mechanism.
  • Hormone, Chemotherapy, and Highly Potent Drugs: Crushing these can be hazardous due to potential exposure to the powder.

Always consult with a healthcare provider before crushing any medication to ensure it is safe to do so.

How do you crush pills properly?

  • Consult the Medication Guide: Ensure the medication is safe to crush. Check with a pharmacist or refer to the medication guide.
  • Use the Right Equipment: Utilise a pill crusher designed for the task. Avoid using household items, as they may not crush the pill finely or could be unsafe.
  • Prepare theArea: Clean the crusher and workspace to prevent contamination.
  • Crush the Pill: Follow the instructions of the crusher, whether it’s twisting, pressing, or using an electric crusher, to break the pill into a fine powder.
  • Collect the Powder: Carefully collect the powder, avoiding inhalation or direct contact if the drug is potent or hazardous.
  • Mix with Food or Liquid: If appropriate, mix the powder with a small amount of soft food or liquid for easier ingestion. Ensure the entire dose is consumed to get the full effect of the medication.

Remember, it’s crucial to ensure that the crushed pill is still effective and safe to use in this form, so always check with a healthcare professional.

Delivery Information

Delivery charges are per order, so you will only pay the following charges no matter how much you order.

FREE Delivery on Orders Over £39.99
Enjoy FREE delivery when your basket total reaches £39.99 (excluding VAT). For orders under £39.99 (excluding VAT), a £3.95 delivery charge applies. This fee covers the costs of picking, packing, shipping, and packaging, regardless of the number of items in your order. Delivery typically takes 3-7 working days.

Standard UK delivery - £4.95
Your order is delivered within 2-5 working days.

UK Express delivery - £8.95
Your order is delivered within 1-2 working days.

Working days are Monday to Friday. They exclude weekends & public holidays.

We use Royal Mail & DPD for our deliveries. 

International delivery
We are sorry, but unfortunately, we don't ship overseas. 

Do you charge extra for highlands, islands & remote areas?
Unfortunately, some postcodes MAY be subject to extra charges/delivery restrictions. We will contact you if your postcode isn't covered by the standard postage, or you can email us before placing your order. 

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