Heat can make yourmedicationless effective, and certainmedicationscan make you more prone to sunburn. Follow thesemedicationsafety tips thissummer.
Tosafelystoremedications, Ren suggested: Remove yourmedicationsfrom direct sunlight. Keep yourmedicationsat room temperature, in a cupboard, nightstand or in a cool, dry environment. Never leavemedicationsunattended in a vehicle. More information The National Weather Service has more on extreme heat and medicines.
Antibiotics and refrigerated prescriptions 🧊 Keep Your Cool: Smart Storage Tips Your meds deserve VIP treatment—especially in thesummer. Here's how to keep them safe: Avoid the glovebox sauna: Never leave meds in a hot car. Temps can spike past 120°F in minutes. Pick your storage spots wisely: Skip the bathroom and window ledges.
Summersafety starts now! School is out andsummertravel season is here. For many families,summeris a time to connect with grandparents and other family away from home. Parents and grandparents of young children should make sure that they are practicing safe medicine storage during times of travel, and always.
InSummarySummerheat poses real risks tomedicationsafety in long-term care. By staying informed and proactive, your team can ensuremedicationsmaintain their efficacy and continue to support positive outcomes for your residents. Need help developing amedicationstorage policy for your facility?
Thecombination ofsummerheat andmedicationcan be a dangerous mix. Pharmacists provide guidance onsummertreatment safety and storage.
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