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Can a four-year old swallow pills?
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Depends on the kid: I've had parents train their kids to swallow pills as early as 2y. I also know adults that can't figure it out. I'm not sure how they did it.But it has happened several times, generally out oof necessity.
Answered 8/2/2012
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Some can: Just like adults there are some young children who can and some who can not.
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