After being intolerant to Methotrexate,I have newly been prescribed with sulfasalazine.The tablets are Salazopyrin,round,yellow,and scored in the middle(Not the slow release ones)
I am awful at swallowing tablets.It's a huge problem.Would anyone know if it's safe to crush,or better still,dissolve these tablets in water.As there is a score mark in the middle of the tablet,it's clear that it's O.K to break them in half and take them.
I have looked all over the internet,and cannot find the answer.
Many thanks.
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I found this for you
3. How to take Salazopyrin Tablets
The tablets should be taken with a glass of water and should be swallowed whole. Do not
crush or chew the tablets.
Unless your doctor has told you otherwise, the usual doses for the following conditions
are:
It is difficult for some people. Try popping tab in, big mouth of water, tip head back as far as, then swallow. We used to advise patients to do that years ago and it seemed to work. If not, then take it when you are eating, most pills can be taken with food, as in when you are going to swallow what you are eating, pop pill in, pretend it is not there and hopefully it will go down with the food.
Hope that helps XXX Aidan
I am sorry you are struggling with the tablets - many people have this problem - you are really not alone
If you find you really can't take them I would enquire as to whether it is available in a liquid form. I have a feeling it is.
Best of luck with it.
Moderator Ellen
Sorry I cant help, but see the other have found you lots of information..I do hope you get some relief from it...
Barbara
http://arthritiscareforum.org.uk/living-with-arthritis-forum-f8/sulfasalazine-t36658.html
See the post by Mumof1, 18th January 2013, mentioning having sulfa in liquid form. I expect you would need to request it though.
Best of luck
Moderator Ellen
Stickywicket.Yes,I have drunk from a bota,many moons ago,and I will also give that one a try.Thanks again.
Thanks to you forumites,I am getting these tablets down,one way or another!Er...let's hope they work :hammock:
Don't be annoyed with yourself, a life threatening problem with your throat must have been terrifying and no wonder you have issues swallowing. Many people have this problem without any history of trauma. Hope you find the ideal solution for you.
Take care x