Drug Expiration Dates

Learn what expiration dates mean, how they are determined, and why some drugs may last longer than expected. Find out which drugs are unsafe to use past their expiration date and how to store medications properly.

Taking expired (out-of-date) drugs carries certain risks Out with the old! Be it the fresh start of a new year or a spring cleaning, consumers are encouraged to take stock of what has surpassed ...
Expiration Dates

Learn why expiration dates are important, how they are established, and what risks are associated with expired drugs . Find out how FDA supports a program to extend expiration dates for certain drugs in federal stockpiles.
Expired medications aren't always dangerous, but it's hard to know which ones are safe. In most cases, it's not worth the risk to take expired meds.

8 Medications You Should Never Use After They Expire
Expired medications that can be harmful include insulin, epinephrine, and liquid antibiotics. Other types of medications may be safe to use after their expiration date but more research is needed.
Some medications may be safe after expiration, but others can be harmful. Learn how to determine if your medication is still safe to use after expiration.

The 4 expired medications you should never take
Check your labels, folks. A pharmacist tells The Post that taking these four expired medications can do serious damage to your health.
Is expired medication safe? Learn the factors affecting drug efficacy post-expiration and how to store and dispose of them safely.







