Will pills get stuck?

[010308 0]

I am totally paranoid about medication getting stuck. I cannot figure out why it's okay to take medication/vitamins when you can't eat solid food.

I have not taken my Calcium since the day before my surgery (last week) because this is a large tablet, and I hate taking the Vitamin C and the metformin. I have cut the metformin tabs into 4 pieces and that helps, but I am sure one got stuck this morning because as I was drinking my Protein Drink a while after taking my meds this morning I became aware of a sensation like a plug getting pulled and my esophogus draining. It was very strange.

What does everybody else do about medication and Vitamins?

[Yvonne 0]

I had to stop taking metformin - just too big - even in quarters - kept getting stuck and had to pb. Got my prescription meds in liquid form for after a fill - can take small pills now ok but that'll change again after my next fill.

Yvonne

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[milton5a 0]

I was told by the dietician that I had to open my pills up ( 2 X PROZAC) and let them disolve in Water then drink the water. Not quite sure if this is correct because Prozac are supposed to be slow release hence the outer cover shell.

[poodlecamper 0]

I'm preop---my doc has his patients get liquid Calcium and chewable vitamins. My medications can't be crushed, I asked about this, and my doc said "You'll be fine". Did you ask your pharmacist about the prozac? maybe there's another form for you--I think the time release aspect is important. Oh, also am starting Prevacid, that dissolves on your tongue, for when I resume my arthritis med (also an extended release med) The liquid calcium I got at a GNC store, by the way.

Good luck!! Carol

[mia31771 0]

The only medication I take is a Birth Control pill which is really small. My doctor said I should be fine in taking it, think I'll be okay?

[Luvbnanurse 1]

I have taken meds since day 1, 1 pretty big, never had a problem with getting stuck, but I guess each person will be different.

[mamato3 1]

I was really worried about this too.... They sent me home from the hospital with a script for Percocet. I thought no way I can take that... they are huge! But they have gone down without any problem. I'm sure everyone is different though...

[SuzanneG 1]

I worried about this also. I have a couple of small prescription pills that go down fine, but the percocet seemed to stick a little. I was also afraid to take Tylenol so I bought the liquid but is so gross I can't take it. I got a liquid Multivitamin at Walmart (Centrum) and use Tums for Calcium. I just let them dissolve in my mouth. The berry one's are pretty good and they make my stomach feel good anyway.

[jamzny 0]

I cut all of my Vitamins with a pill cutter. It takes a while, but is worth it. I take a LOT (Fish oil, mega antioxidant, garlic, chleated mineral, Calcium, etc.) and I honestly have only gotten it stuck once when I tried to take too many too quickly. I just spread them out a little bit and if I feel any pressure stop for a while. Everyone is different, but I think you should try cutting them and taking them still because Vitamins ARE SO IMPORTANT even for the non-banded.

Best of luck to you!

[rustymarie 6]

My doc said the biggest myth is that you can't swallow pills. He said I could have saved some money not buying liquid Tylenol...which is BTW gross!!! He sent me home with a RX for Vicodin (which I've used twice)and I was scared to take it but he said the hole is the size of a dime and it wouldn't get stuck. So far, no problems taking any of my meds. I'd say just listen to your doc...they know what's best for each individual patient.

[gg88 0]

I was given liquid lortab for pain. I also take a liquid Vitamin which is very tasty and you only take 1 oz per day. It provides super antioxidants and all Vitamins you need. It's a 10 in 1 formula. You can read about it and order at www chance4health.com

[Mrs SmartyPants 0]

Both prozac and percocet are available in liquid form - if your pharmacy doesn't carry them, just ask them to special order them for you - or see if your hospital has an outpatient pharmacy.

[ForwardLeap 0]

Isn't it funny how each doctor has different rules? My doctor said NO pills and I have been crushing my tiny BC Pill. YEK!

I also worry about doing that-do not want any more kiddies!

[Wheetsin 714]

I cannot take pills unless I crush them, yuck. I had to take a round of Prednisone and Flexerall for an attack of sciatica, and it was pure hell.

I've tried just cutting. I tried cutting a pill the size of a Tylenol into 4 pieces, so we're talking fairly small, and it resulted in one of my worst PBs.

[Wheetsin 714]

Missed the 2nd part of your question. For Vitamins I use Centrum chewables. I also take Folic Acid and Potassium, both of which I just chew and swallow, they don't have any taste (to me).