Question 1

very good afternoon doctors! is it safe to use drug store items after the expiration date? in particular, i'm asking about otc medications aspirin, toothpastes, mouthwash, deodorants, shampoos.

Accepted Answer

Please discard: Please discard your expired products.  Studies are only done to ensure safety and potency for the period of time guaranteed by the expiration date.  After a product expires, we don’t know what it will do.  Best to discard the expired product and replace it with something new.  Good luck!

Question 2

is it good to take an aspirin daily

Accepted Answer

Yes: After the age of 50 in anyone with risk factors.  The risk of bleeding should be weighed in along with any gastroinestina issues.

Question 3

cortal aspirin is good in sex safe?

Accepted Answer

Aspirin and safe sex: Taking Aspirin by mouth does not prevent sexually transmitted infections. These can only be prevented using abstinence or barrier methods of male or female condoms or dental dams. However, if Aspirin taken orally causes you to bleed easier, your risk of contracting HIV is increased. Make sure you are using lubricant with your barrier methods to prevent tearing of the condom or irritation.

Question 4

should i take aspirin. i am 66, in good health?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: Although there are not good objective studies supporting the use of Aspirin at this age for women (men over the age of 45 seem to have fewer heart attacks), studies do show that women over 65 and taking low dose Aspirin have fewer strokes.  Many primary care doctors routinely have all their patient's over 50 take prophylactic low dose aspirin.

Question 5

help please! is aspirin good for you or bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Both: Low doses of asa provide antiplatelet benefits in reducing the risk for blood clotting which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. Higher doses can cause GI problems including ulcers and bleeds Aspirin is not used very much anymore as a primary treatment for arthritis.

Question 6

is taking two aspirin before bedtime every nightway good for you?

Accepted Answer

Probably: There are many health benefits from taking Aspirin , lower risk of heart attacks , stroke and cancer. However there are some risk including bleeding especially of the stomach. It is good idea to discuss this with your doctor.

Question 7

is it a good idea to take aspirin for hemmroids?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Aspirin is a form of blood thinner. It might help give pain relief, but,                                               can make hemorrhoids more likely to bleed.

Question 8

is aspirin is good for jaw pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Aspirin can be used for jaw pain short term. You should see a dentist to find out where the pain is coming from and have it treated. If you have a bad tooth causing the pain and there is a possibility it will need extraction, avoid Aspirin as it can make you bleed more. Tylenol (acetaminophen) may be a better choice.

Question 9

is aspirin good for headache?

Accepted Answer

Aspirin: Aspirin is a great anti-inflammatory and is useful for some types of headache. The problem is that aspirin is a potent blood thinner and can irritate the stomach and cause kidney problems. Doctors often prefer ibuprofen since it has excellent anti-inflammatory effects with a much lower blood thinning effect.

Question 10

what are the side effects of an expired aspirin and how long they will last?

Accepted Answer

Same as fresh: the side effects of expired aspirin should be the same as fresh aspirin, but probably a little less so.  Most medications lose potency (strength) when they expire, but some become toxic.  It's always best to discard any expired medication and replace it with a new supply.

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Very good afternoon doctors! is it safe to use drug store items after the expiration date? in particular, i'm asking about otc medications aspirin, toothpastes, mouthwash, deodorants, shampoos.

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Cortal aspirin is good in sex safe?

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Should i take aspirin. i am 66, in good health?

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Help please! is aspirin good for you or bad for you?

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Is it a good idea to take aspirin for hemmroids?

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