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Can extended-release capsules be opened?

Question from a Member: “I have a patient on duloxetine who has trouble swallowing. My impression is that it is OK to break open the capsule and put the pellets in apple sauce to make it easy to take the medication. Do you agree?” No, in the case of duloxetine (Cymbalta®) is not OK to…

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