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How Can One Take Metoprolol While Having A Swallowing Problem Due To Extensive Throat Surgery?

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Posted on Tue, 19 Apr 2022
Question: I take metoporol er and have been for awhile,however my problem is that I have a swallowing problem, due to extensive throat surgery. I have read that the pill should not be crushed. What are my options?
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Mix with yoghurt and don't chew it.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

You can use metoprolol ER capsules instead of tablet. Open the capsule, poor the content in a spoon and mix it with soft food such yoghurt or pudding. Swallow it without chewing.

Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How Can One Take Metoprolol While Having A Swallowing Problem Due To Extensive Throat Surgery?

Brief Answer: Mix with yoghurt and don't chew it. Detailed Answer: Hello, You can use metoprolol ER capsules instead of tablet. Open the capsule, poor the content in a spoon and mix it with soft food such yoghurt or pudding. Swallow it without chewing. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.