Posted by Ashlea on February 19, 2004, at 10:36:35
In reply to Strattera and splitting caps?, posted by Palbella on January 23, 2004, at 18:57:27
I have a 5 year old on Strattera. He can not/will not swallow the capsule so I started opening the pill and putting it in chocolate milk. I called Eli Lilly and of course they read their script and tell you that opening the pill is not advised and it was never tested that way. My doctor said their would be no problem in opening it, but that it has a very bitter taste and can cause a burning sensation in the mouth. So far, the milk seems to coat any burning and my son has not complained at all about it. I do know that my son is taking 25 mg dosage. Maybe you can request the 25 mg capsule instead of the 40 mg or 60 mg. Anyway, Good Luck...
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