There are always some medicines in our house which are used when needed and they are kept in the house as a precaution. But sometimes it happens that when we use them when we need to, then all of a sudden our eyes go to the expiration of the medicine and then we find out that we have used the expired medicine. In this case, the first thought that comes to our mind is; what will happen to our lives? And what losses will we have to bear?
However, everyone should be aware of the possible side effects of taking expired medicine. And today we will learn important information about it from Dr. Samia Shabbir. But remember to check the expiration date of any medicine before taking it, even if you have just bought that medicine.
Can you take the expired medicine?
The genuine answer is NO! But some medications can be taken after one year of expiring, even two, or more. But the common people don't know about it so it is safe don't take if it's expired.
What if you have taken expired medicine?
It depends on what type of medicine you have taken. If it's a pain killer, its efficacy can be low and it won't decrease your pain as it should have been. If it's an antibiotic, its efficacy to kill bacteria will be weak. Some medicine can cause bad side effects on kidneys or some other body functions.
In what circumstances I can take expired medicine?
If there is an emergency that no one can take medicine for you and you have to take it but the medicines that you have are expired then you should call your doctor and ask from him. There is a strong chance that he allow you.
Can expired medicine kill you?
Usually, no. Medicines' expiration dates are beyond which the pharmaceutical company can't ensure potency. You might not get the expected help of medication but death would be far-fetched. If you took expired medicines don't be panic, just call your doctor and tell him all the effects in the body which you are feeling.