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Can Acyclovir Be Taken When It Is Out Of Date?

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Posted on Tue, 6 Oct 2015
Question: is it safe to take acyclovir that is 3 years old?
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Answered by Dr. Ram Choudhary (56 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Not safe

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX
Welcome to healthcare magic.
Acyclovir which is out of date should not be taken.
You should check the expiry date which is usually mentioned very next to date of manufacturing.
Other important factor is conditions of storage. Drugs degrade fast if kept in hot and humid environment and exposed to sun light.
A drug which is beyond expiry may be ineffective and may lead to serious adverse effects.
I hope the edvise will be helpful for you.
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Can Acyclovir Be Taken When It Is Out Of Date?

Brief Answer: Not safe Detailed Answer: Hi XXXX Welcome to healthcare magic. Acyclovir which is out of date should not be taken. You should check the expiry date which is usually mentioned very next to date of manufacturing. Other important factor is conditions of storage. Drugs degrade fast if kept in hot and humid environment and exposed to sun light. A drug which is beyond expiry may be ineffective and may lead to serious adverse effects. I hope the edvise will be helpful for you.