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Hello,i have been prescribed doxycycline capsules but really struggle to swallow them whole. is it possible to add the contents to liquid or food to take instead? thank you?

Q: hello,i have been prescribed doxycycline capsules but really struggle to swallow them whole. is it possible to add the contents to liquid or food to take instead? thank you?

: Yes, you may. How about placing the capsule into apple sauce or pudding and swallowing together?

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Yes, you may. How about placing the capsule into apple sauce or pudding and swallowing together?

Answered 8/31/2023

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A member asked:

Hello,i have been prescribed doxycycline capsules but really struggle to swallow them whole. is it possible to add the contents to liquid or food to take instead? thank you?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Park answered

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