Ever since I was little I have had a problem swallowing pills, I have tried cutting them and crushing them but it is really annoying when I am in a rush, does anyone else have this problem and if so, how do you take pills?
2007-01-15 04:50:54 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Well, you could try putting it in something like apple sause or something like it that you dont have to chew but you wont really notice the pill:) Good luck!
2007-01-15 04:56:38 · answer #1 · answered by Sarah 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your pharmacist. Some drugs cannot and should not be crushed- they are formulated in such a way as to release over time, and crushing can put a dangerously high concentration in your body.
In the hospital where I work, we have stock solutions for people who cannot swallow due to being unconscious or having tubes. Many medicines come in liquid or suspension form. Some meds can be added to pudding or applesauce.
Solutions can be compounded or specially made in liquid form, but most insurances won't cover the cost of this unless there is documented need.
What pills are you trying to take? The occasional tylenol? Or a standard drug you need to have daily? What is the problem? Gag reflex? That's why you should talk to your pharmacist and get some advice and help.
Good luck!
2007-01-15 05:04:42 · answer #2 · answered by CYP450 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Do the same thing a veterinarian prescribes for animals. Put the pill in a little peanut butter brush it up against the roof of your mouth and chase it with milk or water. What ever the prescription says for liquid. If your having trouble taking pills you can also let the doctor know cause believe it or not alot of pills come in a liquid form and he can give you that instead of the pills.
2007-01-15 05:01:48 · answer #3 · answered by meka g 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I got this idea from the TV show Doc
what you do , is first take a slip of water hold the water in your mouth, then slipp the pill into your mouth and then swallow
it works
2007-01-17 05:29:02 · answer #4 · answered by mobilemark 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
TAKE A MOUTHFUL OF WATER(or milk if allowed with the medication)PUT THE PILL IN YOUR MOUTH WITH IT AND START DRINKING THE REST OF THE GLASS OF WATER REAL FAST! WORKS EVERY TIME!!!!!
2007-01-15 06:17:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First I make my throat more slippery by drinking a gulp or two of water. Then I shove in the pills, and begin the water gulping marathon =)
2007-01-15 05:01:47 · answer #6 · answered by dan 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Try practicing by swallowing M&Ms.
2007-01-15 04:59:53 · answer #7 · answered by Meg M 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't know if it will work but try putting them on your tongue, & get someone to blow a drinking straw down your throat.I usually just choke every time I take them!!! xxx
2007-01-15 06:59:49 · answer #8 · answered by Joanne W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With a big glass of water.
2007-01-15 04:59:04 · answer #9 · answered by Lil' Gay Monster 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋