You may have trouble swallowing your pill, or you may need to adjust the dosage of your pill (with your doctor's approval). For some types of pills, the easiest solution is to cut them in half.
In this video, learn when it's safe to cut a pill in half, when it's not, and why you should always check with your doctor and pharmacist first.
References
U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2013). Tablet splitting.
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