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A member asked:
The first pill of my new pack melted in my mouth a bit. is it still effective?
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Yes: As long as it is in your mouth and you swallow the pill.
Answered 3/24/2014
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Yes, it is: it diffuses directly into the capillary network of the circulatory system. While some drugs are absorbed in the stomach (e.g., aspirin), the majority of absorption is accomplished in the duodenum.
Answered 12/3/2014
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