what do i do?!?!?!?

Question

I just took the biggest advil pill, i can still feel it in my throat and it hurts. im trying to drink water but its not doing anything!!!!!

Answer 1

Some people have difficulty swallowing medicines in tablet or capsule form. Tablets or capsules that stay in the esophagus may release chemicals that irritate the lining of the esophagus. The irritation may cause ulcers, bleeding, perforation (a hole or tear), and strictures (narrowing) of the esophagus. The risk of pill-induced injuries to the esophagus increases in persons with conditions involving the esophagus, such as strictures, scleroderma (hardening of the skin), achalasia (irregular muscle activity of the esophagus, which delays the passage of food), and stroke.

Some medicines can cause ulcers when they become lodged in the esophagus. These medicines include aspirin, several antibiotics such as tetracycline, quinidine, potassium chloride, vitamin C, and iron.

Warning signs
-Pain when swallowing food or liquid.
-Feeling of a tablet or capsule "stuck" in the throat.
-Dull, aching pain in the chest or shoulder after taking medicines.

Precautions
-Swallow tablets or capsules while you are in an upright or sitting position.
-Before taking a tablet or capsule, swallow several sips of liquid to lubricate the throat, then swallow the tablet or capsule with at least a full glass (8 ounces) of liquid.
-Do not lie down immediately after taking medicines to ensure that the pills pass through the esophagus into the stomach.
-Tell your doctor if painful swallowing continues or if pills continue to stick in the throat.

As far as the pill stuck in your throat right now, I assume it has melted a little and maybe doesn't feel as large, but might feel irritated since the pill is dissolving in the same spot in your esophagus the whole time. Possibly taking sips of water might help speed up the process. Maybe taking a liquid antacid like Mylanta or Maalox might help. But be careful. If this is happening more frequently you should probably have it checked out. If you get no relief today, you might have to make a visit to the ER, as unpleasant an idea that may be.

Good luck to you.

Answer 2

The best thing to do is to drink a lot of water. If you know how to make yourself burp, and never thought that you would ever use that ability, well here is a time to use it. Try to eat a something small, such as a slice of an apple. If you feel as though the food is getting stuck in your throat, then that may be the time to visit a doctor. They would probably give a a liquid to drink that would dissolve the pill. I wish you the best of luck.

Answer 3

It's probably not in your throat. It just feels that way.
If you think you've ruptured your esophagus you should call a doctor immediately. Then again you'd be in absolute agony if you had. And Advil wouldn't manufacture a dangerously large pill in any case.

Answer 4

You have scraped or bruised the inside of your esophagus.
1] Eat something soft, and cold - ice cream would be perfect!
2] Drink a lot of bland liquids, either hot or cold, whichever you prefer.[ no acidic, carbonated, or alcoholic drinks ].
3] Eat bland, soft foods this evening.
You will be a lot better in the morning!

Answer 5

That happens all the time, just drink a little water and swallow slowly. if you start to feel like you're choking or can't breathe then call 911.

Answer 6

Drink something warm or try to eat a small piece of bread.

Answer 7

ok......first calm down.....

then answer the following questions..:
do u have difficulty breathing?
do u have difficulty swollowing?

if the answer to these questions in no....then relax and drink more water.....after reasonable intervals......try to eat some candy.......

if the answer to any of the two questions is yes.....visit the emergency room.