A member asked:

I have macro bid capsules. i cannot swallow pills. i opened it up and noticed there were two different soft pills inside. is this ok to crush?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Generally no: Opening capsules and crushing the contents may not be ideal as most medications are time-released and removing them from a capsule and crushing the contents will likely alter the pharmacokinetics (how the medications works in you body) of the drug. Try coating the capsule with peanut butter (as long as not allergic), putting it on the front of the tongue and drink plenty of water to wash it down.

Answered 3/26/2013

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