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Can Medicine Be Consumed Directly Without Shell?

Hello doctor, I am a breast feeding mom to 5 mnts girl baby and I feel my lactation level is decreased n my baby needs more. As per doc I took lactore tablet. But now I see it has gelatin shell. Can I consume medicine directly without shell. Being a strict vegetarian, I would not like to consume animal product. Or could u please suggest any other way for me. Thank you in advance
Tue, 18 Aug 2020
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Hi,

Consuming lactare capsules without the gelatin shell will affect the absorption and reduce the efficacy of the drug. Hence, I would not suggest you to take the drug without the shell. You may have to increase garlic, fenugreek and green leafy vegetables in your diet. Massage the breasts for a while before feeding every time. This is supposed to increase the milk flow. Feed your baby well, at least once every 2 hours. The more you feed more will be the milk produced.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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Can Medicine Be Consumed Directly Without Shell?

Hi, Consuming lactare capsules without the gelatin shell will affect the absorption and reduce the efficacy of the drug. Hence, I would not suggest you to take the drug without the shell. You may have to increase garlic, fenugreek and green leafy vegetables in your diet. Massage the breasts for a while before feeding every time. This is supposed to increase the milk flow. Feed your baby well, at least once every 2 hours. The more you feed more will be the milk produced. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician