Yom Kippur Fast - Medication After an Accident

Question

My son has had an accident, and he is supposed to undergo surgery after Yom Kippur. He has a fracture in the humerus and at the root of the palm. He as a prescription (attached) for pain relievers. In what way can he take the pills?

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Answer

Shalom and complete healing!
If possible, he should swallow the pills without water.
If water is needed — it is preferable to make the water bitter with lemon juice or tea extract.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chayim, 618

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