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A member asked:

Can you crush pamprin up and put it in applesauce?

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Dr. Ron Eaker answered

Yes: This should not affect its potency

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/21/2018

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Dr. Ira Rubin answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pamprin: Best to simply ask a pharmacist at the store but as far as I know YES. Its a pill and not enteric coated. So you can crush it.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/21/2018

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