'I'm an NHS GP - here's the best way to swallow your medication WITHOUT gagging'
"Now, when it comes to tablets and pills, you want your head tilted slightly back.
"This is because tablets and pills can be slightly heavier and denser - so the focus needs to be on flushing the medication into the fairings.Dr Karan added that for people who don't have difficulty, the tips won't make a huge difference.You can also practise swallowing with small sweets or bits of bread – and try bigger pieces as swallowing gets easier.If you have issues swallowing then it might feel like you're at the end of your tether.
Medics at the NHS say that while it's frustrating, there are some things you shouldn't do in the quest to get the pills down. They explained that you should throw the pills towards the back of your throat, nor should you tip your head back too much when you swallow as this can make it even more difficult."This could stop the medicine working properly," they added.
If you're still struggling, then a pharmacist can advise you on other versions of your medication that might be available in an alternative form.