Capsules can mask the bitterness and odor of medicines, eliminating the unpleasant experience of patients taking them. For example, most antibiotics have a bitter taste, and if this powder is taken orally, it is unbearable for most patients. Some drugs are easily destroyed in the stomach or have strong irritation to the stomach, and are often made into enteric-coated capsules to ensure that the capsules are dissolved in the alkaline duodenum. However, if the capsule is taken incorrectly, it will not only affect the efficacy but sometimes even affect the discomfort of other parts of the body.

    It is very important to control the water temperature when taking capsule medicines. Many people often buy some beverages when taking these medicines, but this is very incorrect. When taking capsule medicines, it is also necessary to look at the nature of the capsules and the difference between them and tablet medicines. But keep in mind that you must not take the capsules with hot water, because this will make the capsules decompose quickly so that the drug will be precipitated as soon as possible, and it will be difficult to achieve the final efficacy.

    In order to prevent the hot water from damaging the oral cavity and esophageal mucosa, pay attention to the water temperature not be too hot. In many cases, taking medicine with too hot water is very harmful. Many people realize this, so they choose to take capsule medicine with cold water. However, if the method is incorrect, it will not only seriously affect the efficacy of the medicine, but may even cause esophagus burns. Improper water temperature may speed up the dissolution of the capsule, which may cause the capsule skin to stick to the throat or esophagus, causing burns. In addition, the incorrect way of taking the medicine will also destroy the capsule in advance, and if the capsule is taken in hot water, the capsule will become soft and sticky. At this time, if there is not enough water, the capsule will adhere to the esophagus.