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Most medicines in pressed-pill form are effective up to 10 years, reported by the Wall Street Journal some years ago. One aspirin manufacturing company tested their product 4 years after said expiration date and found it to be 100% effective. Pills can loose potency over time but are usually safe to take if stored properly. However, if your life depends on potent meds, stay current.

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