David Says:
2007expiration Date On Ibuprofen Effectiveness
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Giovanni Says:
I needed some pain meds and found an old bottle of Ibuprofen in my drawer and wondered if it has lost some potency or would be harmful?
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Certain drugs are actually okay to take after expiration, whereas others such as antibiotics can become toxic. My personal assumption is that it lost a good percentage of its potency by now, having been 5 years old.
It may still be somewhat effective, but not nearly as potent. It's also impossible to give a direct answer to this question, since each medication can effect people differently. We all know that it's better to avoid the expired drugs and stay on the safe side, but unfortunately, the only way to find out if it works is to actually try it. I wouldn't suggest taking that risk, but if you have no other option then it's probably worth a shot. I would also check with your doctor or pharmacy to make sure that you're using the most effective treatment option for whatever the condition may be.
I hope this helps!
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