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We have expired alka seltzer. it expired october of last year. also have advil (ibuprofen) that expired september of last year. are they save to use now?
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Yes safe: Just could not be sold. Might be a little less potent but are just as safe.
Answered 3/13/2020
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Expired?: Then throw it out -- but not down the drain or in the toilet! it actually gets into the water system in minute amounts, so you can take expired meds to your local pharmacy for proper disposal.
Answered 11/2/2016
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