Alternative Dosage Forms for Difficulty Swallowing

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Alternative dosage form compounding turns a prescribed tablet or capsule into a liquid, chewable, or dissolving troche, prepared to a prescriber’s written order for patients who have difficulty swallowing pills.

Why Standard Tablets Don’t Always Work

Swallowing a tablet or capsule takes coordination that some patients don’t have consistently — young children, patients with a sensory aversion to a pill’s size or texture, older adults, or anyone with a swallowing disorder. When a pill keeps getting refused, spit out, or partially chewed, a prescribed medication may not be working as intended even though the prescription itself is correct.

What We Compound

Based on a prescriber’s written order, our pharmacists can prepare the same medication in a different dosage form, including:

• Liquids and suspensions
• Chewable formulations
• Dissolving troches, placed between the cheek and gum, that dissolve slowly rather than being swallowed whole

Any of these can be combined with a flavor change — see Custom Flavoring & Palatability Compounding — or with removing a specific dye or allergen — see Dye-Free, Allergen-Free & Preservative-Free Formulations.

Who This Is Typically For

• Pediatric patients, including those with autism spectrum disorder or sensory processing differences
• Patients with dysphagia or other swallowing difficulties
• Patients who consistently refuse a specific pill size or texture

This list isn’t exhaustive — if your prescriber has written an order for a medication and the tablet or capsule form is the obstacle, ask our pharmacy staff whether an alternative dosage form is available. This is one of several sensory-friendly compounding options within our broader Autism & Sensory-Friendly Medication Compounding program.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer home delivery?

Yes. We ship compounded medication anywhere in Texas, and most orders go out the next business day once your medication is prepared. No trip to the pharmacy required.

How do I send my prescription to UnityRX Pharmacy?

There are a few ways to get your prescription to us:

• Fax: Ask your doctor’s office to fax it to 972-214-0351.
• E-prescribe: Your doctor’s office can send it electronically to UnityRX Pharmacy.
• Call us: Call 972-214-0350 and give us your prescriber’s contact information — we’ll reach out to them directly.
• Online transfer: Use our online transfer form and include your prescriber’s contact information so we can reach them.

Which dosage forms can medications be compounded into?

Common options include liquids, chewable formulations, and dissolving troches — availability depends on the specific medication and its properties.

Is a troche the same as a pill placed under the tongue?

Yes — a troche is a small lozenge designed to dissolve slowly in the mouth rather than being swallowed whole.

Can every medication be made into a liquid or troche?

Not every medication is suited to every dosage form. Your prescriber will determine which option fits the specific medication, and our pharmacy staff can confirm availability.

Is this covered by insurance?

Coverage varies by plan and by formulation. Contact your insurance provider directly, or ask our pharmacy staff about payment options when you submit your prescription.

How do you decide which dosage form is best?

We review your prescriber’s written order along with any details you share about the specific difficulty — texture, size, or swallowing ability — and confirm the best available option before preparing it.

Important Information

UnityRX Pharmacy LLC is a licensed compounding pharmacy. Compounded medications are prepared pursuant to a valid prescription for an individually identified patient. Consult your provider before starting or changing any treatment.