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Is it safe to give my son expired liquid tylenol (acetaminophen)?

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Yes: It's safe in the sense that it won't hurt him but it may not be as effective since the medication potency cannot be guaranteed after the expiration date.

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/24/2015

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