Hi Maureen,

We also had that problem. Some pills just dissolve better than others. Sometimes warm or hot water works better than cold and sometimes not. We also didn't put them in the feeding bag, but put them directly in the tube with a syringe. Less residue that way.

The best solution we found was to get everything possible in liquid form. Almost any med can be had in liquid form. Sometimes the docs had to look it up or call the pharmacist, though. They don't seem to have to deal with liquids as often and don't always know what's available. Be persistent and you'll probably be able to get what you need in liquid form.
There also sometimes is a little more trouble with red tape. Between gov't regs and insurance roadblocks, it can take a little longer to get some liquids, mostly the narcotics, but it can be done. Hang in there and good luck.

Rainbows & hugs, wink
Rosie

Was primary caregiver to my daughter Heather who had stage IV base of tongue SCC w/ primary recurrence. Original diagnosis August 21st, 2002. Primary recurrence March 18th, 2003. Died October 6th, 2003.