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A member asked:

Is there a problem with dissolving calcium tablets in water and drinking through a straw to ensure i get it all?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Vasu Brown answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

No: You can dissolve the tablet and drink this.

Answered 7/5/2012

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Dr. Peter Lydon answered

Specializes in General Surgery

No: As long as it dissolves, it should be no problem.

Dr Peltan agreed

Answered 9/30/2013

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