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Can Lasik Be Cut In Half

Updated December 26, 2013
Anita Says:
Tue, December 24, 2013

My 87 year old mom is staying with me at Christmas. I have LASIK and potassium that are supposed to be given 20mg and 10 mg respectively. Can I half the dose?

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Verwon Says:
Thu, December 26, 2013

Hello, Anita! How are you?

Yes, as long as tablet, such as the Lasix isn't time released or marked that you shouldn't cut, break or chew it, it is okay to do so, but you should always make sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist to be certain.

The potassium, however, is one of those that is usually marked not to be broken, cut, crushed or etc. It can cause severe irritation of the stomach if that is done, so it needs to be taken whole.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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