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Capsules

by lat09, Jun 22, 2008 03:53PM
Does anyone know if it is ok to release the medicine out of capsules and mix the medicine up in juice? I have a problem swallowing pills and was not sure if this was an option????
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by momtofourboys, Jun 22, 2008 09:35PM
it depends on the medication most of them are okay to do this with. try using applesauce if you can. or puddings. it is what we used in our community care home some juices have an effect on some medications. the best thing to do is call your pharmcists to find out if you can do it. and what kind of juice if any can you mix with the medication.
good luck and I hope you feel better
michelle

by SarahB79, Jun 23, 2008 10:08AM
To: lat09
if it's a capsule, I always open it... I can't swallow pills very well either.  I always make sure the dr. who prescribes me medicine knows that I can't swallow them, that way they don't prescribe me an extended release med.  That can be dangerous to crush or break up.  
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