What can I do if capsules are too big and uncomfortable to swallow?

Large capsules can understandably be uncomfortable to swallow. Fortunately, many of our products allow you to open the capsule shell by gently pulling the two sides apart and consuming only the contents—without needing to swallow the shell. This can make taking the product easier, particularly by adding the powder to food or beverages. 

However, there are some exceptions, as certain products must remain in their full capsule form in order to work effectively.

To determine whether a capsule can be opened, please check the capsule shell type. This information can be found either on the product label under the "Nutritional Information" section or on the product page on our website under the "Ingredients and Suggested Use" tab.

For any product that uses stomach acid-resistant DRCaps®, opening the capsule and consuming the contents without the shell will reduce the product’s effectiveness. In these cases, we recommend that you do not open the capsule.

Please also note that capsules labelled as softgels may be difficult to open and are generally not intended to be separated.