Why DoseBuddy?

  • Numbers that don't rub off. Ever.

    Sick of replacing single use syringes because the numbers wear off after a couple uses? Same. That's why DoseBuddy has etched numbers that won't rub off.

  • Mess-free cap.

    With a syringe that doesn't reach the bottom of the bottle, you have to pour medicine into another vessel and then suck it up without knocking it all over the bench. Sounds like time you don't have. Our mess free cap fits snug with our syringe so you get a mess free dose, right to the bottom of the bottle.

  • Soft silicone sleeve.

    Our unique silicone sleeve makes DoseBuddy soft and gentle for gums! We know it can be a battle to get little ones to open wide but the tapered tip means you can slide DoseBuddy in easily while the moulded grip makes it comfortable for you to hold.

FAQs

What materials is DoseBuddy made from?

What materials is DoseBuddy made from?
DoseBuddy uses durable, high-quality materials chosen for safety, longevity, and ease of cleaning:

  • A tempered glass barrel that’s strong, smooth, and resists scratches.
  • Food-grade silicone sleeve, bung, and cap — soft on gums and easy to clean.
  • A BPA-free plastic plunger with etched numbers that wont rub off.

How do I clean DoseBuddy?

Wash with warm soapy water or pop it in the dishwasher in the cutlery holder. Find full cleaning instructions on our how to use page.

Can DoseBuddy go in the dishwasher?

Yes — you can give it a quick hand wash with hot, soapy water, or pop it in the dishwasher. Find full cleaning instructions on our how to use page.

How does the cap work?

The silicone cap is designed to fit snugly on most children’s liquid medicine bottles. Attach it, flip the bottle, and draw up your dose straight through the cap — no extra pouring or mess. Find full instructions on our how to use page.

Does the DoseBuddy cap replace the usual medicine bottle lid?

No. The DoseBuddy cap has a small hole for the syringe, so it doesn’t keep medicine sealed and it isn’t child-proof. Always replace your medicine’s original cap straight after use.

Are there different sized caps?

Not at the moment. The cap is designed to fit the most common medicine bottle necks and has some natural flex thanks to the silicone.

If your bottle has a smaller neck, you can use DoseBuddy without the cap. For larger necks, use DoseBuddy like a regular syringe (only better, because the numbers won’t rub off).

We don’t guarantee the cap will fit every bottle and can’t offer refunds for cap-fit issues.

Are there different sized syringes?

DoseBuddy currently comes in a 10 ml size — perfect for doses over 2.5mls. We are working on a 5ml version for smaller doses.

Created by parents

We've spent many a night, bleary eyed, trying to hunt down a syringe that doesn't have all the numbers worn off while a sick child cried out for us. We wanted better for our kids and we wanted better for yours. That's why we worked in consultation with a qualified pharmasist to create DoseBuddy. Because we just get it.