Do you ever wonder if you are storing your medications correctly? Did you know that high temperatures can affect their performance?
When it comes to storing medicines, it is extremely important to follow the manufacturers' recommendations regarding temperature conditions.
One of the most common guidelines is that there should be no medication exposed to temperatures higher than 25 degrees Celsius
Active ingredients are those parts of the medicine that actually enable the therapeutic effect. If these ingredients break down, the medicine will not work as intended. This means that despite taking the medicine we will not achieve the desired results, which may lead to deterioration of the health condition.
Common mistakes when storing medicines
It often happens that people store medicines in inappropriate places, such as cars, bathrooms or kitchens, where temperatures can be much higher than recommended. Cars are particularly problematic, as the temperature inside the vehicle can quickly rise above 40 degrees Celsius in the summer.
Where do you store them? Photo: Shvets Production / PexelsStorage in the bathroom or kitchen is also not ideal, as high temperatures and humidity often occur there, which also has a negative effect on the medicines.
How to properly store medicines
To ensure that medicines retain their effectiveness, they must be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. It is best to store medicines in their original packaging and in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
The place where the medicine is stored should be dark and well ventilated. If the manufacturer recommends storing the medicine in the refrigerator, it is necessary to ensure that the temperature in the refrigerator remains within the recommended range.
They may not be effective. Photo: Michelle Leman / PexelsConsequences of improper storage
Improper storage of medicines can lead to serious health consequences. Taking medicines that have been exposed to excessive temperatures can be ineffective, which means that we will not achieve the desired therapeutic results.
In some cases, the breakdown of active ingredients can also lead to the formation of by-products that can be harmful to health. Therefore, it is extremely important that we stick to it consistently instructions for storing medicines and keep them in appropriate conditions.
