Hi, i have an acute fear to swallow medicines.have to chew but its a real problem.the very thought makes me nervous..how to overcome this fear. :(..:)?

Swallowing pills: There is a new product on the market my patients have endorsed that is a "pill swallowing cup." You may look into this to help with your problems swallowing pills.

Start small: Begin practicing with small pieces of soft food or gummi type candy - start with pieces smaller than the actual pill size (if nothing else it will just melt in your mouth!). Take with swallows of water like one might with a pill. When successful increase the size of the next practice piece, and so on until you reach the size of your pill. After success try to make the transition to medication.