Opened Pylera capsule.

ThegirlfromChicago

My Dr. prescribed me Pylera to treat H-pylori, but i cannot swallow pills. I have opened the capsule and had to mix the contents of it with apple sauce. I would like to know if this is ok, since I could not find any other referrence for my question.

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CalGal

This drug contains tetracycline which can irritate the esophagus and cause ulcerations of that tissue. It should not be opened. There are a variety of other drugs that can be used for H. pylori - more pills in number at each ingestion - so you may want to check with your doc again.

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ghosttoes

I am in the same situation right now. The pharmacist told me not to open the pylera & the Dr. said it was okay but i do not know anyone who has opened it so i am a bit nervous. Did it effect you to open & take them in apple sauce or was it okay?

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