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Can you administer a antiviral medication through a ng tube?
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Yes: You can give medication through ng tube.
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Yes: Any medication that is taken orally, or by mouth, such as an antiviral medication, can be administered by a feeding or nasogastric (NG) tube, if there is some difficulty with swallowing.
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