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Do you find it hard taking / swallowing medication / tablets

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rob39863
rob39863

I was Diagnosed with Barretts Oesophagus and Hiatus Hernia in August 2013, They put me on a PPI which is Esomeprazole which sometimes helps with the reflux!

Lately I have found it harder to swallow the esomeprazole (plus co-codamol / any medication for that matter) for my degenerative joint disease (Osteo Arthritis)

In the time since I was diagnosed with osteo arthritis in August 2013 I haven't been for a re-scope!

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  • rob39863
    rob39863

    Posted

    Sorry I meant Barretts Oesophagus
  • jeanette91263
    jeanette91263 rob39863

    Posted

    Dear Rob If you are having difficulty in swallowing this is quite serious and I would definitely see your GP as soon as possible. Best wishes
  • rob39863
    rob39863

    Posted

    It's not all the time now n then I gag when taking Meds too!
  • rex_44766
    rex_44766 rob39863

    Posted

    Rob I cant swallow capsules which severely limits the meds available. You can take Nexium out of the cover and swallow it with apple juice. I can just swalled Parriot. There are several clips on You Tube showing methods for "difficult " patients.
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