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I have a uti and i am prescribed cephalexin 500mg capsule i have trouble swallowing pills is it ok if i open the capsule and mix it with apple sauce or yogurt ?
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The medication will be diluted and not effective as necessary. See if doctor can prescribe a liquid suspension form of the cephalexin.
Answered 3/14/2023
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