{"id":1574,"date":"2017-09-01T09:41:47","date_gmt":"2017-09-01T13:41:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.avacaremedical.com\/blog\/?p=1574"},"modified":"2019-12-27T12:19:21","modified_gmt":"2019-12-27T17:19:21","slug":"how-to-choose-pill-crushers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.avacaremedical.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-pill-crushers.html","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Best Pill Crusher"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Taking a daily dose\u00a0(or more)\u00a0of medication has become common for many adults and children of all ages, whether it’s for a chronic condition or an illness. For those who have a difficult time swallowing or take very large pills that are harder to swallow, a pill crusher is a basic necessity that enables them to quickly and easily take their medication.<\/p>\n

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Pill crushers are medication aids<\/a> which pulverize pills so that they can be dissolved in drinks or sprinkled on food. Another important function offered by some pill crushers is the ability to split pills<\/a>, which is important for anyone who needs to take only half a pill at once.<\/p>\n

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While pill crushers can be as cheap as a few dollars, more expensive ones are available that deliver top-quality crushing power, with the ability to crush multiple pills of any size at once, and are designed specifically for the needs of the elderly. For example, the Silent Knight Pill Crusher<\/a> is equipped with an ergonomic handle that has the perfect leverage to make it really easy to operate, even for individuals with arthritis. Quiet, easy to use, and compatible with convenient pouches that help eliminate cross-contamination, the Silent Knight is a professional and efficient pill crusher.<\/p>\n

If you’re looking for a pill crusher that’s more affordable as well as travel friendly, this pill crusher by Medline<\/a> is convenient and handy, with storage space for whole pills so you can take just what you need when you’re on the go and crush when it’s time to take your next dose.<\/p>\n

Another arthritis-friendly pill crusher, the Ultra Pill Crusher by Apex Medical<\/a>, is designed with a triangular design that allows individuals with limited strength to grip the handle loosely while crushing with the same effective results. Simply push down and in seconds, your pill will be transformed into powder. This Carex Pill Crusher is another cost-effective option and is equipped with a storage compartment for your convenience.<\/p>\n

For an all-in-one medication aid, try the Tech-Med 3-in-1 Pill Cutter<\/a>, which stores, cuts and crushes pill in one convenient, travel-friendly tool.<\/p>\n

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