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Is there any significant benefit to crushing pills rather than just taking them whole?
Im wondering if this helps with absorption?
David ,,,Great answer. However, i was focusing on plain ole vitamins, glucosamine, etc. Stuff i take to support a workout nutrition plan.
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- 9 years agoFavorite Answer
Do not do this. There are several reasons why.
1 the medication is made with a coating to protect your stomach.
2. Some are time release which means they are maid t disolve slowly to release a certain amount of the medicine over a period of time. Crushing can give you too much of the medicine at one time.
Take all medication as directed on the back of the packate.
Many medications can cause perminante dammage to your body, liver adn kidneys for example.
Medications are formulated specifically and should be taken as directed.
Source(s): common sense and the ability to read the back of the bottle.