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Can Topamax Be Taken By Dissolving It In Juice?
Question: Can a topamax capsule be opened and dissolved in juice? This pill was prescribed by my doctor. I cannot swallow pillls or capsules. Does this service cost money? If it does, how much? I am a Low income XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Yes it can be opened and dissolved
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
Yes the topamax capsule are sprinkle type of capsules. These contain coated beads of medicine. These can be opened and sprinkled on soft food or dissolved in juice. Just confirm with your pharmacy if they are sprinkle type.
Otherwise the tablets cannot be opened/crushed.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
Yes it can be opened and dissolved
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
Yes the topamax capsule are sprinkle type of capsules. These contain coated beads of medicine. These can be opened and sprinkled on soft food or dissolved in juice. Just confirm with your pharmacy if they are sprinkle type.
Otherwise the tablets cannot be opened/crushed.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
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