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Old 09-30-2006, 12:41 PM
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Hi Everyone,
I am new to this so please forgive me if I do it wrong.Is it Ok to break cardizem LA 360 in half.My dose is 180 but I have been given 360 mg tabs.Thought of breaking them in half to save money.Thanks for your help..
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Old 09-30-2006, 03:18 PM
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It's supposed to be swallowed whole, not broke, crushed or chewed. I'm not sure why this is, it doesn't sound like a controlled release pill. I would call the pharmacy and ask why they can't be broke in half.


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