I figured this place is as good as any

cynnichinny13

I feel like a have a small cold. So, I went in to our medicine cabinet in search for some Dayquil cold/flu. I found it, took an adult dose and I just realized that it's exp. date is 12/10. Am I going to die?

Sincerly,

A medicine hoarder 

aabreu32

I don't think so - I believe it is just not as effective.

JaimeCH

I do believe that if you take medicine past its expiration date that you will die. Might not be for another 60 years, but it is a fact.

Kitiara5512

My cousin the doc says it may lose some potency over time, but it also does that if stored in an area that is too warm or is well lit, so its not harmful but may be less than 100% effective.

cynnichinny13

Phew! no direct death threat. So far, the facts I have collected from you ladies indicate that I should triple my dosage so that it works effectively.

Thanks guys!

::takes a swing of quil::

 

jcole32444

aabreu32:

I don't think so - I believe it is just not as effective.

[Deleted User]

It really depends on the drug.  The one I know of for SURE that is bad after it expires is any tetracycline family drug.  They actually become poisonous & can do significant damage if you use it after it's expiration date. 

I'd say to call your local pharmacy to be on the safe side. 

kg_08

My DH works in the medical field and still takes prescription allergy meds from 2004. lol

I'd throw them out, but anywho....

DaisyFull

If you do die, make sure you come back and tell us, so that we may all judge you.