Crushing Pills...how long does this last?

April M.
on 8/17/13 4:02 pm - Clarksville, TN
RNY on 03/11/13

Here is another one of those areas where you are going to hear different opinions.  I was told I will ALWAYS have to crush my medications, FOREVER. The Nut recommended that we use sugar free chocolate syrup to mix our crushed pills with. It still tastes awful! I have gotten used to crushing my pills and taking them with a drink of crystal light type beverage (I used the liquid and make it on the strong side in a little cup just for medication time). As far as getting the protein in, try your best. Eventually, you'll be better at getting them all down. Taking small sips helps.  It gets easier the further out you get. Best wishes on your journey ;)

        

        
cajungirl
on 8/17/13 9:26 pm
Yikes crushing for life? Did they say why they recommend that? I'd be in a heap of trouble if I had to crush all of my vitamins or take chewable for life.

I won't say go against your plan but should you eventually become disgusted with doing what they recommend most of us swallow pills with no repercussions.

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poet_kelly
on 8/17/13 10:15 pm - OH

Why would you need to crush them forever?

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Jenn D.
on 8/17/13 10:44 pm - CT
RNY on 01/29/13
Never had to crush, like others I was taking pills in the hospital. The big ones I did split for a few weeks. The capsule- I would open it, empty it on my tongue and swallow with a sip or two of water. Best to get it over with IMO!
Congrats and good luck! The protein will come in time, don't stress about it, the most important thing is water intake right now!
Jenn

     

    

kecldr3
on 8/17/13 10:50 pm
RNY on 08/14/13

I really appreciate all of you sharing your experiences with pill crushing.  I will definitely use some of the suggestions.

Thanks for your kind wishes:)  

Tonya

    
cjm60444
on 8/17/13 10:53 pm
RNY on 08/14/13

i too will have o crush all pills and take apart capsules  from now on

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