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Medication routines

How to use medication routines

One of the most flexible household medication schedulers: daily, weekly, monthly, custom intervals, hourly, after another medication, BID/TID quick setup, and early-log handling, with examples next to as-needed Care.
13 Aug 2026
Medication timers

Need a Medication Timer? What To Look For in 2026

Choosing a medication timer app in 2026? Look for PRN timers, Care, vitals, per-member profiles, and shared caregiver logs.
12 Aug 2026
Family caregivers

iPhone Medication Reminders: Built-In Tools vs Family Apps

Built-in iPhone Health reminders work for one person. See where they fall short for families, and when a household medication timer fits better.
8 Aug 2026
Medicationtimer compared

Medicine routines vs as-needed: 9 apps compared

Compare Medication Timer with Medisafe, MyTherapy, Dosecast, Tempy, FeverCoach, and more for scheduled routines versus as-needed dosing.
3 Aug 2026
Development and body metrics

Growth & development charts you can take to the GP

Track child weight, height, and head circumference against WHO and CDC growth charts, and follow weight, height, and BMI trends for the whole household, with optional reminders, Today logging, and family reports on Family Care.
3 Aug 2026
2 6 2 release

Medication Timer 2.6.2: Flexible routines for real care plans

Flexible routines in 2.6.2: monthly, custom intervals, Quick setup, First due, and early-log Count as due.
30 Jul 2026
2 6 1 release

Medication Timer 2.6.1: Staggered schedules & who gave it

Stagger paired medicines you already follow, set a routine after another dose, and see who gave the last one.
27 Jul 2026
Simple vs family

Simple vs Family Mode: Which Medication Timer Layout Fits You?

Family puts Today and Care first for households. Simple keeps classic Timers and Temps on iOS and Android. Switch layouts any time on mobile.
22 Jul 2026
260 release medicines running low

Medication Timer 2.6.0: Running-low reminders

Mark a medicine running low when you notice it. With Family Care on mobile, keep a shared To pick up list and get one daily digest until someone clears it.
17 Jul 2026
Kids dosing

How to use children’s dose timers

How to use children’s dose timers for fever nights: Care, Tylenol and Motrin, and staggered schedules only when your pediatrician already said so.
15 Jul 2026
2 5 4 release

Medication Timer 2.5.4: Family or Simple Mode & Faster Setup

Choose Family or Simple layout, set up your household faster with avatars and nicknames, and customise the tabs you use every day.
12 Jul 2026
252 ios updates

What's new in Medication Timer 2.5.2

Glanceable medication state on your lock screen, home screen, and wrist — so caregivers see countdowns and household progress without opening the app.
5 Jul 2026
2.5.0 Release Feature

What's new in Medication Timer 2.5.0

Child growth and body metrics with percentile charts, a guided app tour, Care snooze, clearer PRN timer safety, improved Google and Apple sign-in, and a visual refresh across mobile and web.
28 Jun 2026
Kids dosing timer

The Best Kids Dosing Timer for Safe and Stress-Free Care

Prevent missed or double doses with a reliable kids dosing timer. Ensure your child gets their medicine safely and on schedule. Get peace of mind today.
21 Jun 2026
33 adult fistbump

How Parents and Nannies Synchronize Medication Records for Sick Children

Establishing a clear digital handoff protocol prevents medication mix-ups when transferring a child's care to an in-home nanny.
19 Jun 2026
2 3 4 release

What's new in Medication Timer 2.3.4 : Enhanced Caregiver Tools & Hands-Free Logging

v2.3.4 adds care notes (GP advice, sleep, mood, fluids, doses, temps), smarter reminders, large mobile UI, and polish across Today and Care.
16 Jun 2026
Paywalled while sick

Best Medisafe Alternatives for Families (2026)

Tired of Medisafe's 2-med limit? Discover the best 2026 family alternatives, featuring Medication Timer's generous and hassle-free free tier.
12 Jun 2026
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