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Storage and regulation of thickeners and thickened fluids
2 July 2021
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Thickeners and thickened fluids have different storage requirements and are regulated in a particular manner.
Using thickeners of different types for patients with swallowing difficulties
2 July 2021
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Gum and starch based thickeners are available; drug-thickener interactions are possible and should be avoided.
Preparing medicines for administration to adults with swallowing difficulties
2 July 2021
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How to disperse tablets in water, crush tablets and open capsules safely for adults with swallowing difficulties.
Giving medicines safely with food or thickened fluid
2 July 2021
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Tips for giving crushed tablets or other medicines with food or drink, for adults with swallowing difficulties
Understanding why people take medicines with soft food or thickened fluid
2 July 2021
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Giving medicines this way can be a safe and practical option for people with swallowing difficulties, with their knowledge and consent.
Antiplatelet suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties
1 July 2021
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A range of antiplatelet formulations are suitable for use in adults with swallowing difficulties.
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Swallowing difficulties
All our advice on using medicines safely and effectively in patients with swallowing difficulties.
PPI suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties
1 July 2021
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A range of proton pump inhibitor (PPI) formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.
SSRI suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties
1 July 2021
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A range of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.
Statin suggestions for adults with swallowing difficulties
1 July 2021
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A range of statin formulations are suitable for adults with swallowing difficulties.
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