PILLS, PILLS, PILLS 💊Enteric-coated (EC) or extended- release (ER, XR) - NEVER crush these medications -They are meant to slowly release medication into the body; if they are crushed, it may result in too much medication being released at once, leading to potential adverse effects or toxicity 💊Scored tablets -Split & crush scored tablets ONLY -Not all scored tablets can be crushed (ALWAYS double-check the medication for any of the above symbols and warnings about time-released medications) 💡D