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The effectiveness of azithromycin after its expiration date can vary depending on storage conditions and formulation. While some studies suggest that many medications may retain potency for a time after expiration, azithromycin's safety and efficacy cannot be guaranteed beyond this date. Using expired medications can also pose risks, including reduced effectiveness in treating infections. It's always best to consult a healthcare professional regarding the use of expired medications.
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Will nutrofurantoin-macro still be effective for treating UTI after expiration date?
It is not recommended that you take a medication after it's expiration date. Therefore nutrofurantoin-macro will not still be effective for treating an UTI after the expiration date.
How long after expiration date does SOMA remain effective?
I just realized mine was a year past the expiration date, they still seem to be effective.
How long is Maalox good after the expiration date?
Maalox is no longer any good after the expiration date. When the expiration date has passed it means that it is no longer as effective as it once was.
How effective is azithromycin against chlamydia?
To date, there have been no reports of resistance to azithromycin in chlamydia. The CDC believes there is no need for repeat testing to ensure that azithromycin cured the infection.
Can you use azithromycin suspension after expiration date?
The only one who can and should answer is your pharmacist. You'd be surprised what the answer will be. Read about the study done and why the law to have an exp. date was passed in 1979.
Is yeast still effective after its expiration date?
Yeast may still be effective after its expiration date, but its potency and performance may decrease. It's best to use fresh yeast for optimal results in baking.
How long is Albuterol good after expiration date?
They can last forever. The only problem with using them past the expiration date is the longer the inhaler goes past the expiration date the less effective the medication will be.
How long is fluoride good after expiration date?
Fluoride toothpaste can still be effective after its expiration date, but its potency may decrease over time. Using fluoride toothpaste past the expiration date can still help protect against tooth decay, but it may not be as effective as a product that is within its recommended shelf life.
Is copaxone still effective many years after expiration date?
It is best not to use any drug after its expiration date. Expiration dates are meant to reflect the stable shelf life of a medication. After this point, it may not be effective, or worse, it may contain harmful breakdown products.
Is diphenhydramine safe to take after expiration date?
The expiration date on most drugs tell you when the manufacturer is guaranteeing it will have the maximum potency. Taking a drug after the expiration date is taking a chance that it won't be as effective as a drug taken within the "guaranteed effective." So, in answer to your question, on the diphenhydramine, no one knows if it is safe. All you can say for sure, is the manufacturer will not guarantee the drug is 100% effective after the expiration date.
When a vaccine is used 3 days before its expiration is it still effective?
The expiration date is there so you know an approximate date when it should not be used. Three days before an expiration wouldn't do harm, a day or two after expiration might not do harm either, but avoid using vaccines (or any medications) that are after their expiration date.
Can you still use yeast after its expiration date has passed?
Yes, you can still use yeast after its expiration date has passed, but it may be less effective in leavening dough or fermenting.
