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Can i crush pills and add water for my son to take them?
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Check With Expert: Always consult your physician or your pharmacist before smashing, cutting, crushing, or dissolving medication in any thing such as water, juice, soda, apple sauce or pudding. The delivery method of each medication is designed for specific reasons. Some meds can be crushed but many are designed with safety features and special delivery techniques. Some are rendered ineffective when dissolved.
Answered 12/9/2013
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It depends : On what medication. In general, time release medication should not be crushed. What is he taking?
Answered 5/7/2016
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