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Colpermin. Is this only available in capsules ?

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I am a big baby of 51 and completely unable to swallow tablets or any medication, and my doctor has prescribed these and i have just spent 45 mins trying my hardest to get one down but its just not going to happen.

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I think it has to be in a form which doesn't irritate the stomach lining as it makes it's way down into the gut, which is why it's in capsule form - have you tried peppermint tea?

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No i have not tried the tea, but i will look into it, thanks for reply

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Some people swear by colpermin but it gives me awful heartburn. Good luck.

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I already suffer with that so i am going to try my other option Lenicol, thanks for the heads up

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Thank you Kerrym, that sounds a lot less painful

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