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Expired Medicines

Expired medicines are drugs that have passed the expiration date, and might not be suitable to consume. Taking such medicine can be either ineffective or harmful. Expired medicines should not be thrown in the trash or flushed down the toilet.

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What happens if you take an expired Long Drive capsule?

Query: Hello doctor, I took a Long drive capsule by mistake, which got expired last month. I am worried about the side effects of taking expired pills. Can it cause any serious side effects? And if yes, how long will these side effects last? I took only one capsule.  Read Full »


Dr. Srivastava, Sumit

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for your query. Do not worry. Pharmacy companies put the expiry date one to two month earlier than the actual expiry date. After the expiry date, the medicine loses their potency, and they will not be able to produce the intended effect rather causing any untoward...  Read Full »

I accidentally consumed an expired eyeliner. What should I do?

Query: Hi doctor,I accidentally consumed a bit of expired eyeliner and later read that some expired makeup contain harmful substances like bacteria that may lead to infections such as meningitis. What should I do? I am really worried.  Read Full »


Dr. Kaushal Bhavsar

Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.Did you apply it or by mistake eat it?Please reply with answers to the above-asked questions so that I can guide you better.Thank you for consulting me.You c...  Read Full »

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