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@nancy54
I only have 75 mg extended release capsules. I wish I could cut them in half, but I've always been told not to break open meds that are time released. Today is my 12th day at the lower dosage. My head is splitting, and I'm nauseous. I want to throw the rest in the garbage! But I will take it for at least a few more days.

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@brightcloud
If you can open up the capsule you could put some in applesauce. You can buy empty capsules too.
Sorry about your headache.
Jake

Stay longer at your lower dose. Your symptoms will lessen. They have to lessen because the meds are at a lower level. Be patient with your body. Take as long as it takes to keep symptoms tolerable. Only go down again when the headaches and nausea are either gone or almost gone. That’s my 2 cents!