I was wondering if drinking coffee with or after taking a time release capsule will make it desolve quicker resulting in it not lasting as long. I'm not asking if coffee interacts with my medication. It seems that maybe the acidic hot liquid would make the capsule dissolve quicker than usual. Had anyone else noticed this or have any info on it.
Coffee effecting time release capsules ?
Question posted by kimichi on 19 Feb 2012
Last updated on 19 February 2012
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shopgirlly
20 Feb 2012
I think the question concerning coffee is a GREAT question!
kimichi
20 Feb 2012
Thanks girl
suzanne66
20 Feb 2012
Slow release coatings are pH sensitive . There could be a possibility that the coating is compromised if it is taken with a strong acidic black cup of coffee.
You are best to swallow your medicines with a glass of water.
kimichi
20 Feb 2012
Thank you, I thought so too. I drink hot black coffee as if it were water. I noticed when I take a time release pill with coffee it comes on stronger and doesn't last as long. I'll take your advice.
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