Issues With Capsules What Do I Do?

[suzqlvq 15]

I have 3 weeks post op today and I am having issues taking capsules. I take my B1 capsule and it is not all that large and it feels "stuck" in my throat for about 1/2 hr then it seems to be fine. I also have to take a capsule for high bp and it also gets stuck. The Doctor told me I was ok to take any capsules but I hate that stuck feeling. Will this ever subside? The prescription med I take does not come in pills and the capsule tastes unbearble to open up and put in applesauce. It is really bad tasting like a chemical. Any suggestions?

[chilihot59 156]

I would tell whoever prescribed the BP med about the problem you're having taking the capsule and see what alternative there is. As for the other, see what the pharmacist might suggest. Try a few sips of liquid before taking the meds. You might be a little to dry for them to go down easily. Good Luck!

[slojo 150]

If you'll put the cap in the middle of some applesauce and take a bite of it it will go right down, then follow with plenty of water.... I'm a nurse and we use applesauce for people who have trouble swallowing pills of all kinds...

[suzqlvq 15]

Thanks for the help. I am doing better today and the capsule works in the middle of the food.< /p>