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It's not! Medications are given expiration dates based on how long they have been proven to contain the active ingredient at a certain percentage. Although many medications simply become less effective past the expiration date, there are several medications that may become toxic and dangerous once past the expiration date. Therefore, all medications should be disposed of after their expiration date.
Acually over the counter meds, among many others usually do stay good longer than the expiration date. Google the fda military study which will give you good information
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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 long after expiration date is coconut milk good?
Is it safe to eat coconut cream after expiration date
How long is milk good for?
Until the expiration date.
How long is sour creame good for after expiration date?
You should never eat a dairy product after the expiration date.
How long is benzonatate good for before it expires?
Drugs aren't dangerous if taken after expiration date. A lot of prescription drugs have a really long shelf life even after the expiration date, but the effectiveness of the prescription will decrease as time goes by after the expiration date.
How long after its expiration date is neosporin still good?
About 6 months after the date.
How long after the expiration date on Zatarains Gumbo Mix is good?
Oh honey, that expiration date is just a suggestion. As long as the mix looks and smells fine, it's probably still good to use. But if it's been sitting in your pantry since the last lunar eclipse, it might be time to toss it and save yourself a trip to Flavorless Gumbo Town.
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 does cream last after expiration date?
As long as the can is not damaged....for as long as you can think. (Unless it has an expiration date on it!)
How long is a Tennessee drivers license good for?
The expiration date is printed on the license.
How long is car seat good from manufacturing date?
Car seat expiration
How long is an oklahoma drivers license good for?
The expiration date is printed ON the license.
